August weather forecastShaftsbury, VT
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Shaftsbury, Vermont, with an average temperature varying between 56.5°F (13.6°C) and 76.5°F (24.7°C).Temperature
Shaftsbury experiences a minor change to a still warm 76.5°F (24.7°C) in average high-temperature during August, closely reflecting July. Shaftsbury, in August, observes a steady average low-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 80%.Rainfall
In Shaftsbury, during August, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. In Shaftsbury, Vermont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.1 days and collects up to 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Shaftsbury, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Shaftsbury is 13h and 53min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Shaftsbury, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. 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
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average high temperature in August: 76.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 56.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average humidity in August: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average rainfall in August: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.44").
Average rainfall days in August
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average cloud cover in August: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in August
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).





