August weather forecast
Hamden, CT

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Hamden, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.1°F (26.7°C) and an average low of 64.4°F (18°C).

Temperature

August's advent presents an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.1°F (26.7°C), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. In August, in Hamden, Connecticut, the average low-temperature is a refreshing 64.4°F (18°C).

Humidity

In Hamden, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In Hamden, Connecticut, in August, during 14.5 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hamden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.2 days and collects up to 15.12" (384mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Hamden, Connecticut, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Hamden.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August translates into these guidelines:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Hamden in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Hamden, is 80.1°F (26.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 64.4°F (18°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Hamden?

In August, the average relative humidity in Hamden is 75%.

How much does it rain in Hamden in August?

In August, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout August, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Hamden?

June through October are months without snowfall in Hamden.

How many hours of daylight does Hamden have in August?

The average day length in August in Hamden is 13h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Hamden?

On the first day of August in Hamden, Connecticut, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Hamden?

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Hamden?

The average sunshine duration in August in Hamden is 10.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Hamden?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Hamden?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Hamden is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Hamden, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Hamden, CT

Average pressure in August - Hamden, 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
Hamden, CT

Average wind speed in August - Hamden, CT
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in August
Hamden, CT

Average humidity in August - Hamden, CT
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Hamden, CT

Average rainfall in August - Hamden, CT
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in August
Hamden, CT

Average rainfall days in August - Hamden, CT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Hamden, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Hamden, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Hamden, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Hamden, CT

Average sunshine days in August - Hamden, CT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Hamden, CT

Average UV index in August - Hamden, 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
Hamden, CT

Average cloud cover in August - Hamden, CT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Hamden, CT

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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