Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average sea temperature in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
Riverside records an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.4°F (26.9°C) in August, maintaining a close correlation with July's 81.9°F (27.7°C). Riverside's nighttime temperature in August drops to an average of 68.9°F (20.5°C).Humidity
August is the least humid month in Riverside, with an average relative humidity of 71%.Rainfall
In Riverside, in August, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Riverside, there are 166.6 rainfall days, and 38.07" (967mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Riverside, snow does not fall in May through October.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 73°F (22.8°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Riverside.Note: For those with a heightened sensitivity to cold, sunshine, wind, and outside temperature make a big difference in enjoying a swim at 73°F (22.8°C). (Olympic swimming regulations state a water temperature of 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C).)
Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Riverside, Connecticut, is 13h and 46min.On the first day of August in Riverside, 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
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Heads up! The reflection of sand and water notably intensifies UV rays from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average August temperature in Riverside?
What is the least humid month in Riverside?
What is the average humidity in August in Riverside?
How many days does it rain in August in Riverside?
When it does not snow in Riverside?
When is the ocean warmest in Riverside?
What is the water temperature in August in Riverside?
How many hours of daylight does Riverside have in August?
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Riverside?
How long on average sun shines in August in Riverside?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Riverside?
What is the UV index reading in August in Riverside?
Average temperature in August
Riverside, CT
- Average high temperature in August: 80.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Riverside, 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
Riverside, CT
- Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Riverside, CT
- Average humidity in August: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, June and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Riverside, CT
- Average rainfall in August: 3.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.44").
Average rainfall days in August
Riverside, CT
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Riverside, CT
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Riverside, CT
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Riverside, CT
- Average sea temperature in August: 73.1°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.5°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Riverside, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Riverside, CT
- Average sunshine days in August: 12 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Riverside, 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
Riverside, CT
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Riverside, 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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