August weather forecast
Riverton, CT

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Riverton, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 79°F (26.1°C) and an average low of 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

With the advent of August, Riverton's high-temperatures adjust to a still moderately hot 79°F (26.1°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C) is expected in Riverton, Connecticut, during August.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Riverton, Connecticut, in August, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Riverton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.4 days and collects up to 15.67" (398mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Riverton, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, in Riverton, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Riverton, Connecticut, is 9.8h.

UV index

In Riverton, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in August translates into these instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Riverton in August?

Riverton in August has an average high-temperature of 79°F (26.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Riverton?

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

How much does it rain in Riverton in August?

In Riverton, in August, during 14 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Riverton?

In Riverton, snow does not fall in May through September.

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

In Riverton, Connecticut, the average day length in August is 13h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Riverton?

On the first day of August in Riverton, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Riverton?

In Riverton, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Riverton?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Riverton, Connecticut, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Riverton, CT

Average temperature in August - Riverton, CT
  • Average high temperature in August: 79°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Riverton, CT

Average pressure in August - Riverton, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Riverton, CT

Average wind speed in August - Riverton, CT
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Riverton, CT

Average humidity in August - Riverton, CT
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Riverton, CT

Average rainfall in August - Riverton, CT
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in August
Riverton, CT

Average rainfall days in August - Riverton, CT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Riverton, CT

Average snowfall in August - Riverton, CT
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Riverton, CT

Average snowfall days in August - Riverton, CT
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Riverton, CT
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Riverton, CT

Average sunshine days in August - Riverton, CT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Riverton, CT

Average UV index in August - Riverton, CT
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Riverton, CT

Average cloud cover in August - Riverton, CT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in August
Riverton, CT

Average visibility in August - Riverton, CT
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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