August weather forecast
Higganum, CT

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Higganum, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average low of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and an average high of 80.4°F (26.9°C).

Temperature

The initiation of August sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.4°F (26.9°C), showing minor variations from the previous month. In the month of August, Higganum's average low-temperature falls to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In August, in Higganum, Connecticut, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout August, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Higganum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.9 days and collects up to 11.14" (283mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall in Higganum.

Daylight

In Higganum, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Higganum are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Higganum in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Higganum, is 80.4°F (26.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 62.8°F (17.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Higganum?

In Higganum, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How much does it rain in Higganum in August?

In Higganum, Connecticut, during August, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Higganum?

In Higganum, snow does not fall in June through October.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Higganum?

On the first day of August in Higganum, Connecticut, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Higganum?

July and August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Higganum.

How long on average sun shines in August in Higganum?

The average sunshine duration in August in Higganum is 10.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Higganum?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Higganum?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Higganum, CT

Average temperature in August - Higganum, CT
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Higganum, CT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Higganum, CT

Average wind speed in August - Higganum, CT
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Higganum, CT

Average humidity in August - Higganum, CT
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

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

Average rainfall in August
Higganum, CT

Average rainfall in August - Higganum, CT
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in August
Higganum, CT

Average rainfall days in August - Higganum, CT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Higganum, CT

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

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

Average snowfall days in August
Higganum, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 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
Higganum, CT

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Higganum, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Higganum, CT

Average sunshine days in August - Higganum, CT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Higganum, CT

Average UV index in August - Higganum, 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
Higganum, CT

Average cloud cover in August - Higganum, CT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
Higganum, CT

Average visibility in August - Higganum, CT
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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