August weather forecastRidgefield, CT
August
Weather in August
As the summer's grand finale, August is bittersweet with lingering warmth and impending autumn hues. The city resonates with the month's mixed messages, continuing the summer's warm trend yet slowly transitioning into autumnal weather. August offers plenty of daylight, while maintaining a relatively stable temperature. Rainfall drops to a moderate 1.14" (29mm) during the month, ensuring Ridgefield continues to bask in summer's glory. August's exquisite blend of seasons bids a perfect farewell to the warmth and ushers in the vibrant colors of fall.Temperature
Ridgefield's shift into August sets the average high-temperature at a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C), a figure that deviates only slightly from July's 82°F (27.8°C). Ridgefield, during the month of August, experiences an average low-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout August, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.7 rainfall days, and 11.65" (296mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Ridgefield, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In Ridgefield, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.
Sunshine
July and August, with an average of 10.2h 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Ridgefield, CT
- Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Ridgefield, 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
Ridgefield, CT
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Ridgefield, CT
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Ridgefield, CT
- Average rainfall in August: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").
Average rainfall days in August
Ridgefield, CT
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ridgefield, CT
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ridgefield, CT
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ridgefield, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ridgefield, CT
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Ridgefield, CT
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Ridgefield, CT
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in August
Ridgefield, CT
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and June (5mi).
