August weather forecastSalem, CT
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Salem, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 63.5°F (17.5°C) and an average high of 79.9°F (26.6°C).Temperature
In August, the average high-temperature registers at a still warm 79.9°F (26.6°C), nearly identical to July's 81.3°F (27.4°C). During the nights in August, an average low-temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C) is observed.Humidity
In Salem, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In Salem, in August, during 13.9 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.6 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Salem, Connecticut, snow does not fall in June through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Salem, Connecticut, is 13h and 47min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:23 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 during August leads to these advisories:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Salem, CT
- Average high temperature in August: 79.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Salem, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Salem, CT
- Average wind speed in August: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).
Average humidity in August
Salem, CT
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, July and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Salem, CT
- Average rainfall in August: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in August
Salem, CT
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Salem, CT
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Salem, CT
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Salem, 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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Salem, CT
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Salem, 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
Salem, CT
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in August
Salem, 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).
