August weather forecast
Waitsfield, VT

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Weather in August

The climatic demeanor of August perpetuates July's heat and humidity whilst subtly preparing for the approaching fall. Weather conditions echo the previous month, maintaining similar temperature and rainfall averages. Importantly, daylight hours begin their gradual reduction, subtly hinting at the autumnal equinox on the horizon. The August landscape still remains sun-kissed, thriving under an ample dose of sunshine. With September's dawn around the corner, autumn shades begin to seep into the scenery.

Temperature

Waitsfield's average high-temperature marks a still warm 75.6°F (24.2°C) with the advent of August, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. Waitsfield encounters a steady low-temperature average of 54.1°F (12.3°C) throughout the month of August.

Humidity

In Waitsfield, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Waitsfield, Vermont, during August, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.5 rainfall days, and 14.69" (373mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Waitsfield, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Waitsfield in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Waitsfield, is 75.6°F (24.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Waitsfield, during August, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Waitsfield?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Waitsfield have in August?

In Waitsfield, the average day length in August is 13h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Waitsfield?

In Waitsfield, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Waitsfield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Waitsfield, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
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Average temperature in August
Waitsfield, VT

Average temperature in August - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Waitsfield, VT

Average pressure in August - Waitsfield, 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
Waitsfield, VT

Average wind speed in August - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Waitsfield, VT

Average humidity in August - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Waitsfield, VT

Average rainfall in August - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in August
Waitsfield, VT

Average rainfall days in August - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Waitsfield, VT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Waitsfield, VT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Waitsfield, 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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Waitsfield, VT

Average sunshine days in August - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Waitsfield, VT

Average UV index in August - Waitsfield, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Waitsfield, VT

Average cloud cover in August - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in August
Waitsfield, VT

Average visibility in August - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).

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