August weather forecast
Shelton, CT

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Weather in August

August in Shelton, Connecticut sees a minor dip in temperature, with the average high and low stationed at 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 65.5°F (18.6°C) respectively. Albeit the slight decrease, the weather still remains warm and inviting. This serves as a friendly reminder that summer is drawing close to its end. Despite the impending change, the sun continues to shine brightly, casting a golden hue on everything. The energy remains inspiring, rolling smoothly from the height of summer into early autumn.

Temperature

Shelton records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C) in August, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month. In August, Shelton reports a consistent average low-temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Shelton, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In August, in Shelton, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout August, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shelton, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 36.26" (921mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Shelton, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Shelton, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of August in Shelton, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Shelton, Connecticut.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Shelton are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Shelton in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 65.5°F (18.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Shelton?

In August, the average relative humidity in Shelton, Connecticut, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Shelton in August?

In Shelton, Connecticut, in August, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Shelton?

In Shelton, snow does not fall in May through October.

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

In Shelton, Connecticut, the average day length in August is 13h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Shelton?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Shelton?

July and August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Shelton, Connecticut.

How long on average sun shines in August in Shelton?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Shelton is 10.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Shelton?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Shelton, Connecticut.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Shelton?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Shelton is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Shelton, CT

Average temperature in August - Shelton, CT
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°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 (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
Shelton, CT

Average pressure in August - Shelton, 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
Shelton, CT

Average wind speed in August - Shelton, CT
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Shelton, CT

Average humidity in August - Shelton, CT
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Shelton, CT

Average rainfall in August - Shelton, CT
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in August
Shelton, CT

Average rainfall days in August - Shelton, CT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Shelton, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Shelton, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Shelton, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Shelton, CT

Average sunshine days in August - Shelton, CT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Shelton, CT

Average UV index in August - Shelton, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Shelton, CT

Average cloud cover in August - Shelton, CT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Shelton, CT

Average visibility in August - Shelton, 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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