August weather forecast
Plainfield, CT

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Plainfield, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.2°F (16.8°C) and 79.7°F (26.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of August reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. Plainfield in August anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Plainfield, in August, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Plainfield, Connecticut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.2 days and collects up to 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of August, in Plainfield, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Plainfield.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Plainfield are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Plainfield in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 79.7°F (26.5°C) and 62.2°F (16.8°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Plainfield?

In August, the average relative humidity in Plainfield, Connecticut, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August in Plainfield?

In August, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout August, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Plainfield?

June through October are months without snowfall in Plainfield, Connecticut.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Plainfield?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Plainfield?

July and August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Plainfield, Connecticut.

How long on average sun shines in August in Plainfield?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Plainfield is 10.3h.

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

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 Plainfield?

In Plainfield, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Plainfield, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Plainfield, CT

Average pressure in August - Plainfield, 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
Plainfield, CT

Average wind speed in August - Plainfield, CT
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Plainfield, CT

Average humidity in August - Plainfield, CT
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, July and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Plainfield, CT

Average rainfall in August - Plainfield, CT
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in August
Plainfield, CT

Average rainfall days in August - Plainfield, CT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Plainfield, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Plainfield, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 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
Plainfield, CT

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Plainfield, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Plainfield, CT

Average sunshine days in August - Plainfield, CT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Plainfield, CT

Average UV index in August - Plainfield, 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
Plainfield, CT

Average cloud cover in August - Plainfield, CT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
Plainfield, CT

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

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

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