Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The beginning of August reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.6°F (27°C), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. During August, the temperature in Windsor Locks tends to dip to an average of 61.2°F (16.2°C) at night.Heat index
The heat index in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C). Uninterrupted activity during exposure could lead to a sense of exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Windsor Locks, in August, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Windsor Locks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.2 days and collects up to 10.91" (277mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Windsor Locks, snow does not fall in June through October.Daylight
In Windsor Locks, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of August, in Windsor Locks, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.
Sunshine
July and August, with an average of 10.3h 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Windsor Locks in August?
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Average temperature in August
Windsor Locks, CT
- Average high temperature in August: 80.6°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 (31.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 61.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Windsor Locks, 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
Windsor Locks, CT
- Average wind speed in August: 5.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in August
Windsor Locks, CT
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Windsor Locks, CT
- Average rainfall in August: 0.83"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and October (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").
Average rainfall days in August
Windsor Locks, CT
- Average rainfall days in August: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Windsor Locks, CT
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Windsor Locks, CT
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Windsor Locks, 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 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Windsor Locks, CT
- Average sunshine days in August: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (16.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Windsor Locks, 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
Windsor Locks, CT
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in August
Windsor Locks, CT
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
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