August weather forecast
Shelton, CT

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Weather in August

August in Shelton, Connecticut sees a minor dip in temperature, with the average high and low stationed at 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 65.5°F (18.6°C) respectively. Albeit the slight decrease, the weather still remains warm and inviting. This serves as a friendly reminder that summer is drawing close to its end. Despite the impending change, the sun continues to shine brightly, casting a golden hue on everything. The energy remains inspiring, rolling smoothly from the height of summer into early autumn.

Temperature

As Shelton steps into August, the average high-temperature holds at a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. Throughout August, Shelton witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Humidity

In Shelton, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Shelton, in August, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shelton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.1 days and collects up to 36.26" (921mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Shelton.

Daylight

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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.5h 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shelton in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 65.5°F (18.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), 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?

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Shelton, in August, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Shelton have in August?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, 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 is the month with the most sunshine?

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Shelton have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Shelton, CT

Average temperature in August - Shelton, CT
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Shelton, CT

Average pressure in August - Shelton, 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
Shelton, CT

Average wind speed in August - Shelton, CT
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Shelton, CT

Average humidity in August - Shelton, CT
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Shelton, CT

Average rainfall in August - Shelton, CT
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in August
Shelton, CT

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Shelton, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Shelton, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 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
Shelton, CT

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Shelton, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Shelton, CT

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

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

Average UV index in August
Shelton, CT

Average UV index in August - Shelton, 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
Shelton, CT

Average cloud cover in August - Shelton, CT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Shelton, CT

Average visibility in August - Shelton, CT
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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