August weather forecast
Northfield, CT

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Northfield, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between min 60.6°F (15.9°C) and max 79.7°F (26.5°C).

Temperature

August's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C) from July. In August, Northfield records an average nighttime temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Humidity

In Northfield, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In Northfield, in August, during 16.7 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Northfield, there are 161.7 rainfall days, and 34.65" (880mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Northfield is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Northfield?

The high-temperature, in August, in Northfield, records 79.7°F (26.5°C), while the low-temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Northfield?

In Northfield, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Northfield?

In August, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout August, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Northfield?

June through September are months without snowfall in Northfield.

How many hours of daylight does Northfield have in August?

In August, the average day length in Northfield is 13h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Northfield?

On the first day of August in Northfield, Connecticut, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Northfield?

In Northfield, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Northfield?

In Northfield, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Northfield, CT

Average temperature in August - Northfield, CT
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.7°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: 60.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Northfield, CT

Average pressure in August - Northfield, 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
Northfield, CT

Average wind speed in August - Northfield, CT
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Northfield, CT

Average humidity in August - Northfield, CT
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

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

Average rainfall in August
Northfield, CT

Average rainfall in August - Northfield, CT
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in August
Northfield, CT

Average rainfall days in August - Northfield, CT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Northfield, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Northfield, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Northfield, CT

Average sunshine days in August - Northfield, CT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Northfield, CT

Average UV index in August - Northfield, CT
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Northfield, CT

Average cloud cover in August - Northfield, CT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 36

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 36).

Average visibility in August
Northfield, CT

Average visibility in August - Northfield, 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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