August weather forecast
Oxford, CT

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Oxford, 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

August registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.4°F (26.9°C), slightly varied from July's 82.4°F (28°C). Oxford in August anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Oxford, in August, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 75.6 rainfall days, and 5.98" (152mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Oxford, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

Oxford in August has an average high-temperature of 80.4°F (26.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout August, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Oxford have in August?

In Oxford, the average day length in August is 13h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Oxford, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 10.2h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Oxford.

How many hours of sunshine does Oxford have in August?

In Oxford, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Oxford, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Oxford, CT

Average pressure in August - Oxford, 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
Oxford, CT

Average wind speed in August - Oxford, CT
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Oxford, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Oxford, CT

Average rainfall in August - Oxford, CT
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in August
Oxford, CT

Average rainfall days in August - Oxford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Oxford, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Oxford, CT

Average snowfall days in August - Oxford, 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 and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Oxford, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Oxford, CT

Average sunshine days in August - Oxford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Oxford, CT

Average UV index in August - Oxford, 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
Oxford, CT

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

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

Average visibility in August
Oxford, CT

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

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

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