August weather forecast
Mystic, CT

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Weather in August

Even though August is typically characterized by slightly lower temperatures, the mercury levels remain high, ensuring the continuation of Mystic's summer spirits. The prevalence of long daylight hours, close to 13.8 hours, ensures visitors ample time to explore the natural and cultural richness of the city. With the Mystic sea at its warmest - a balmy 70.3°F (21.3°C), enjoy water sports or a leisurely boat cruise. As the summer season begins to wind down, visitors and residents alike make the most of the warm climes, bright skies, and the vibrant outdoors before the autumn months roll in.

Temperature

Upon the beginning of August, Mystic's high-temperatures register at a still warm 77.7°F (25.4°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. During the month of August, Mystic experiences a steady low-temperature average of 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Mystic is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mystic, Connecticut, during August, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Mystic, Connecticut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.1 days and collects up to 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average ocean temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 70.3°F (21.3°C) is not a pleasurable activity. Breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature declines below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in August 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 7:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Mystic, Connecticut, is August, 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 in Mystic, Connecticut. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Caution! The mirror effect of sand and water ups the UV radiation strength.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Mystic?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 77.7°F (25.4°C) and 66.4°F (19.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Mystic?

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

How much does it rain in Mystic in August?

In August, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout August, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Mystic?

May through September are months without snowfall in Mystic, Connecticut.

What month is the ocean warmest in Mystic?

August is the month with the warmest seawater in Mystic, with an average ocean temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C).

How cold is the water in August in Mystic?

In Mystic, Connecticut, the average seawater temperature in August is 70.3°F (21.3°C). Swimming in 70.3°F (21.3°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in August in Mystic?

The average day length in August in Mystic, Connecticut, is 13h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Mystic?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Mystic?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Mystic have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Mystic is 10.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Mystic?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Mystic, Connecticut, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Mystic, CT

Average temperature in August - Mystic, 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).

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Average pressure in August
Mystic, CT

Average pressure in August - Mystic, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Mystic, CT

Average wind speed in August - Mystic, 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).

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Average humidity in August
Mystic, CT

Average humidity in August - Mystic, 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Mystic, CT

Average rainfall in August - Mystic, 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").

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Average rainfall days in August
Mystic, CT

Average rainfall days in August - Mystic, 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).

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Average snowfall in August
Mystic, CT

Average snowfall in August - Mystic, 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").

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Average snowfall days in August
Mystic, CT

Average snowfall days in August - Mystic, 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).

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Average sea temperature in August
Mystic, CT

Average sea temperature in August - Mystic, CT
  • Average sea temperature in August: 70.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (37.9°F).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Mystic, 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 12min).

  • 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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Mystic, CT

Average sunshine days in August - Mystic, 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).

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Average UV index in August
Mystic, CT

Average UV index in August - Mystic, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Mystic, CT

Average cloud cover in August - Mystic, 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).

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Average visibility in August
Mystic, CT

Average visibility in August - Mystic, 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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