August weather forecast
Stonington, CT

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Weather in August

August sustains the summer weather in Stonington, with warm and humid days a regular feature. The temperatures remain relatively steady, akin to the preceding month. The absence of snowfall and average rainfall contributes to the festive summer atmosphere. Outdoor activities continue to thrive, with August promising wonderful weather for all escape seekers. However, as we steer towards fall, one can anticipate a subtle decline in temperatures.

Temperature

Stonington experiences a transition to a still warm 77.7°F (25.4°C) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of August, not greatly differing from July's 77.9°F (25.5°C). Stonington records an average low-temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C) throughout the month of August.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Stonington, in August, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.1 rainfall days, and 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Stonington in August?

In August, in Stonington, the average high-temperature is 77.7°F (25.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 66.4°F (19.1°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Stonington, in August, during 16 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Stonington, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stonington, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 10.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Stonington.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Stonington, CT

Average temperature in August - Stonington, CT
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 66.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Stonington, CT

Average pressure in August - Stonington, 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
Stonington, CT

Average wind speed in August - Stonington, CT
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Stonington, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Stonington, CT

Average rainfall in August - Stonington, CT
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in August
Stonington, CT

Average rainfall days in August - Stonington, CT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Stonington, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Stonington, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Stonington, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Stonington, CT

Average sunshine days in August - Stonington, CT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Stonington, CT

Average UV index in August - Stonington, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Stonington, CT

Average cloud cover in August - Stonington, CT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Stonington, CT

Average visibility in August - Stonington, 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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