August weather forecast
Shaftsbury, VT

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Shaftsbury, Vermont, with an average temperature fluctuating between 76.5°F (24.7°C) and 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 76.5°F (24.7°C), subtly diverging from July's 78.4°F (25.8°C). August in Shaftsbury, Vermont, is noted for a mean low-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Shaftsbury 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, 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 Shaftsbury, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Shaftsbury, Vermont, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shaftsbury in August?

In August, in Shaftsbury, the average high-temperature is 76.5°F (24.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.5°F (13.6°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Shaftsbury?

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Shaftsbury in August?

In Shaftsbury, Vermont, in August, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Shaftsbury?

In Shaftsbury, Vermont, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Shaftsbury have in August?

In August, the average day length in Shaftsbury is 13h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Shaftsbury?

In August, on the first day of the month, 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.

How many hours of sunshine does Shaftsbury have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Shaftsbury is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Shaftsbury?

The months with the highest UV index in Shaftsbury are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in August in Shaftsbury?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Shaftsbury, VT

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).

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Average pressure in August
Shaftsbury, VT

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).

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Average wind speed in August
Shaftsbury, VT

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).

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Average humidity in August
Shaftsbury, VT

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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Shaftsbury, VT

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").

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Average rainfall days in August
Shaftsbury, VT

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).

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Average snowfall in August
Shaftsbury, VT

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").

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Average snowfall days in August
Shaftsbury, VT

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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Shaftsbury, VT

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Shaftsbury, VT
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Shaftsbury, VT

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).

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Average UV index in August
Shaftsbury, VT

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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Shaftsbury, VT

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).

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Average visibility in August
Shaftsbury, VT

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).

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