August weather forecast
Southbury, CT

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Southbury, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.4°F (26.9°C) and an average low of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

August observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.4°F (26.9°C), marking an insignificant difference from July's 82.4°F (28°C). Throughout August, the average low-temperature records at a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In Southbury, Connecticut, in August, during 16.9 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.2 rainfall days, and 36.3" (922mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of August, 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 7:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine, are months with the most 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 80.4°F (26.9°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Southbury, in August, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / 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 7:27 pm EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine?

July and August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

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.

How high is the UV index in August?

In Southbury, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Southbury, CT

Average temperature in August - Southbury, 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: 61.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Southbury, CT

Average pressure in August - Southbury, 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
Southbury, CT

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

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

Average humidity in August
Southbury, CT

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

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

Average rainfall in August
Southbury, CT

Average rainfall in August - Southbury, CT
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in August
Southbury, CT

Average rainfall days in August - Southbury, CT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Southbury, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Southbury, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Southbury, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Southbury, CT

Average sunshine days in August - Southbury, CT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Southbury, CT

Average UV index in August - Southbury, 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
Southbury, CT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August
Southbury, CT

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

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

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