August weather forecast
South Lyme, CT

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in South Lyme, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 65.7°F (18.7°C) and 78.4°F (25.8°C).

Temperature

The advent of August sees the average high-temperature at a still warm 78.4°F (25.8°C), subtly shifted from July's 79.5°F (26.4°C). During the nights in August, South Lyme observes an average low-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In South Lyme, in August, during 11.1 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Lyme, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.7 days and collects up to 8.58" (218mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In South Lyme, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In South Lyme, Connecticut, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of August in South Lyme, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in South Lyme. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete 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

What are the temperatures in South Lyme in August?

South Lyme in August has an average high-temperature of 78.4°F (25.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C).

What is the average humidity in August in South Lyme?

In August, the average relative humidity in South Lyme is 77%.

How much does it rain in South Lyme in August?

In August, in South Lyme, Connecticut, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout August, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in South Lyme?

In South Lyme, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does South Lyme have in August?

In August, the average day length in South Lyme is 13h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in South Lyme?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Lyme, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:23 pm EDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in South Lyme?

July and August, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in South Lyme?

In South Lyme, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

When is the highest UV index in South Lyme?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in South Lyme?

In South Lyme, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
South Lyme, CT

Average temperature in August - South Lyme, CT
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
South Lyme, CT

Average pressure in August - South Lyme, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
South Lyme, CT

Average wind speed in August - South Lyme, CT
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
South Lyme, CT

Average humidity in August - South Lyme, CT
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
South Lyme, CT

Average rainfall in August - South Lyme, CT
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in August
South Lyme, CT

Average rainfall days in August - South Lyme, CT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
South Lyme, CT

Average snowfall in August - South Lyme, CT
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
South Lyme, CT

Average snowfall days in August - South Lyme, CT
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
South Lyme, CT

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - South Lyme, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
South Lyme, CT

Average sunshine days in August - South Lyme, CT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
South Lyme, CT

Average UV index in August - South Lyme, 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
South Lyme, CT

Average cloud cover in August - South Lyme, CT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

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 28).

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Average visibility in August
South Lyme, CT

Average visibility in August - South Lyme, 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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