August weather forecastOxford, CT
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Oxford, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average low of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and an average high of 80.4°F (26.9°C).Temperature
August registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.4°F (26.9°C), slightly varied from July's 82.4°F (28°C). Oxford in August anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Oxford, in August, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 75.6 rainfall days, and 5.98" (152mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Oxford, snow does not fall in June through October.Daylight
In Oxford, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.2h of 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Oxford, CT
- Average high temperature in August: 80.4°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 (33.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Oxford, 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
Oxford, CT
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Oxford, CT
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Oxford, CT
- Average rainfall in August: 0.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").
Average rainfall days in August
Oxford, CT
- Average rainfall days in August: 7.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Oxford, CT
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Oxford, CT
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Oxford, CT
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 48min
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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Oxford, CT
- Average sunshine days in August: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Oxford, 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
Oxford, CT
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in August
Oxford, 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).
