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 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
With the arrival of August, Suffield's average high-temperature registers at a still moderately hot 80.6°F (27°C), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. During the month of August, an average low-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C) is recorded.Heat index
The heat index in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C). A sense of exhaustion might occur with extended exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Suffield, during August, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.2 rainfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Suffield, snow does not fall in June through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine in Suffield are July and August, with an average of 10.3h 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index intensity in August in Suffield?
Average temperature in August
Suffield, CT
- Average high temperature in August: 80.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 61.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Suffield, 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
Suffield, CT
- Average wind speed in August: 5.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in August
Suffield, CT
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Suffield, CT
- Average rainfall in August: 0.83"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and October (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").
Average rainfall days in August
Suffield, CT
- Average rainfall days in August: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Suffield, CT
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Suffield, CT
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Suffield, 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: 10h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Suffield, CT
- Average sunshine days in August: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (16.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Suffield, 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
Suffield, CT
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in August
Suffield, CT
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
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