August weather forecast
Fairfield, CT

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Weather in August

August in Fairfield, Connecticut, is akin to a slightly milder continuation of July, as the scorching summer heat begins to show signs of cooling off. The days, although still long, start to see a decrease in daylight hours, hinting at the impending end of summer. The cool winds from the Long Island Sound continue to moderate temperatures, significantly on hot afternoons. Rainfall during August is also noteworthy, making it the month with the highest rainfall measure with an average recording of 3.35" (85mm). This rainfall slightly revitalizes the city and prepares it for the imminent arrival of Fall in September.

Temperature

The arrival of August in Fairfield sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. An average low-temperature of 68.4°F (20.2°C) is noted during the nights in August in Fairfield.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Fairfield is 73%.

Rainfall

In Fairfield, during August, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.1 rainfall days, and 37.76" (959mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Fairfield, Connecticut, is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, in Fairfield, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.5h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Fairfield?

During August, Fairfield experiences an average high-temperature of 80.1°F (26.7°C) and a low-temperature of 68.4°F (20.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Fairfield?

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in Fairfield in August?

In Fairfield, Connecticut, in August, during 17 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Fairfield?

May through October are months without snowfall in Fairfield, Connecticut.

What is the average length of the day in August in Fairfield?

The average day length in August is 13h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Fairfield?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fairfield, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairfield have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Fairfield, Connecticut, is 10.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Fairfield?

The months with the highest UV index in Fairfield are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Fairfield?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Fairfield is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Fairfield, CT

Average temperature in August - Fairfield, CT
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Fairfield, CT

Average pressure in August - Fairfield, CT
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Fairfield, CT

Average wind speed in August - Fairfield, CT
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Fairfield, CT

Average humidity in August - Fairfield, CT
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Fairfield, CT

Average rainfall in August - Fairfield, CT
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.48").

Average rainfall days in August
Fairfield, CT

Average rainfall days in August - Fairfield, CT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Fairfield, CT

Average snowfall in August - Fairfield, CT
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Fairfield, CT

Average snowfall days in August - Fairfield, CT
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fairfield, CT

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fairfield, CT
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Fairfield, CT

Average sunshine days in August - Fairfield, CT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Fairfield, CT

Average UV index in August - Fairfield, CT
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Fairfield, CT

Average cloud cover in August - Fairfield, CT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Fairfield, CT

Average visibility in August - Fairfield, CT
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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