August weather forecast
Sheldon, VT

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Sheldon, Vermont, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.2°F (12.9°C) and 75.4°F (24.1°C).

Temperature

August brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 75.4°F (24.1°C), nearly identical to the preceding month. During August, Sheldon sees a mean low-temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout August, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sheldon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.6 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 75.4°F (24.1°C) and a low-temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Sheldon, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Sheldon, in August, it is raining for 18 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sheldon?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Sheldon have in August?

In Sheldon, the average day length in August is 14h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine?

July and August, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Sheldon, VT

Average temperature in August - Sheldon, VT
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Sheldon, VT

Average pressure in August - Sheldon, VT
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Sheldon, VT

Average wind speed in August - Sheldon, VT
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Sheldon, VT

Average humidity in August - Sheldon, VT
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Sheldon, VT

Average rainfall in August - Sheldon, VT
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in August
Sheldon, VT

Average rainfall days in August - Sheldon, VT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Sheldon, VT

Average snowfall in August - Sheldon, VT
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Sheldon, VT

Average snowfall days in August - Sheldon, VT
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Sheldon, VT
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Sheldon, VT

Average sunshine days in August - Sheldon, VT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Sheldon, VT

Average UV index in August - Sheldon, 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
Sheldon, VT

Average cloud cover in August - Sheldon, VT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August
Sheldon, VT

Average visibility in August - Sheldon, VT
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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