August weather forecast
Fairfax, VT

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Fairfax, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 56.8°F (13.8°C) and max 76.3°F (24.6°C).

Temperature

The commencement of August introduces an average high-temperature of a still warm 76.3°F (24.6°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. August nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout August, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.5 rainfall days, and 28.07" (713mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Fairfax, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Fairfax, Vermont. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in August translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

The high-temperature, in August, in Fairfax, records 76.3°F (24.6°C), while the low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

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

How many days does it rain in August in Fairfax?

In Fairfax, in August, during 16.3 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 14h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Fairfax, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August?

In Fairfax, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Fairfax, VT

Average temperature in August - Fairfax, VT
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.3°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 (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in August
Fairfax, VT

Average pressure in August - Fairfax, VT
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Fairfax, VT

Average wind speed in August - Fairfax, VT
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Fairfax, VT

Average humidity in August - Fairfax, VT
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Fairfax, VT

Average rainfall in August - Fairfax, VT
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in August
Fairfax, VT

Average rainfall days in August - Fairfax, VT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Fairfax, VT

Average snowfall in August - Fairfax, VT
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Fairfax, VT

Average snowfall days in August - Fairfax, VT
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fairfax, VT

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fairfax, VT
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Fairfax, VT

Average sunshine days in August - Fairfax, VT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6 days).

Average UV index in August
Fairfax, VT

Average UV index in August - Fairfax, VT
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Fairfax, VT

Average cloud cover in August - Fairfax, VT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
Fairfax, VT

Average visibility in August - Fairfax, VT
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).

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