August weather forecast
New Preston, CT

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in New Preston, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between min 59.9°F (15.5°C) and max 79.9°F (26.6°C).

Temperature

The advent of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.9°F (26.6°C), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. During the month of August, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In New Preston, Connecticut, during August, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.7 rainfall days, and 34.41" (874mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 48min.
On the first day of August in New Preston, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

In New Preston, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in New Preston in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in New Preston, is 79.9°F (26.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 59.9°F (15.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In New Preston, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How much does it rain in August?

In New Preston, during August, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in New Preston?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in New Preston is 10h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In New Preston, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
New Preston, CT

Average temperature in August - New Preston, CT
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.9°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in August
New Preston, CT

Average pressure in August - New Preston, 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
New Preston, CT

Average wind speed in August - New Preston, CT
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in August
New Preston, CT

Average humidity in August - New Preston, CT
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in August
New Preston, CT

Average rainfall in August - New Preston, CT
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in August
New Preston, CT

Average rainfall days in August - New Preston, CT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
New Preston, CT

Average snowfall in August - New Preston, CT
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
New Preston, CT

Average snowfall days in August - New Preston, CT
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
New Preston, CT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
New Preston, CT

Average sunshine days in August - New Preston, CT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in August
New Preston, CT

Average UV index in August - New Preston, CT
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
New Preston, CT

Average cloud cover in August - New Preston, CT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in August
New Preston, CT

Average visibility in August - New Preston, CT
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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