August weather forecast
Stratford, CT

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Weather in August

The journey from July to August sees no significant dip in temperature, keeping Stratford in the grip of summer. Despite the consistent high temperatures, August sees a slight reduction in average high temperature, settling at 80.1°F (26.7°C). It thus allows for a more comfortable outdoor experience, contributing to a flurry of outdoor summer activities. By the end of the month, however, the days start to get noticeably shorter, signaling the near end of summer.

Temperature

The arrival of August sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. The average low-temperature, in August, in Stratford, is an agreeable 68°F (20°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Stratford is 73%.

Rainfall

In Stratford, during August, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. In Stratford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 37.13" (943mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Stratford, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Stratford is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Stratford, the average sunshine in August is 10.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Stratford are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Stratford in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 80.1°F (26.7°C) and 68°F (20°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Stratford?

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in Stratford in August?

In Stratford, during August, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Stratford?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Stratford have in August?

The average day length in August in Stratford is 13h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Stratford?

On the first day of August in Stratford, Connecticut, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Stratford?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Stratford, Connecticut, is 10.5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in August in Stratford?

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

Average temperature in August - Stratford, CT
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Stratford, CT

Average pressure in August - Stratford, 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
Stratford, CT

Average wind speed in August - Stratford, CT
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Stratford, CT

Average humidity in August - Stratford, CT
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Stratford, CT

Average rainfall in August - Stratford, CT
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in August
Stratford, CT

Average rainfall days in August - Stratford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Stratford, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Stratford, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Stratford, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Stratford, CT

Average sunshine days in August - Stratford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in August
Stratford, CT

Average UV index in August - Stratford, 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
Stratford, CT

Average cloud cover in August - Stratford, CT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

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 29).

Average visibility in August
Stratford, CT

Average visibility in August - Stratford, 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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