August weather forecast
Dorset, VT

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Weather in August

August weather in Dorset exhibits typical summer behavior with warmth and sunshine prevalent throughout the month. However, August also experiences slight temperature drops from the peak of July, signaling the upcoming shift towards fall. Despite the relative warmth, August reigns in the summer glory with comfortable nights and mildly hot days. The daylight of 13.9 hours combined with 9.5 hours of sunshine allows for ample outdoor activities. As the last of the summer days unfold, August ensures it leaves a lasting impression.

Temperature

The arrival of August denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a still moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) from July's 77.7°F (25.4°C). In August, the average low-temperature is a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Dorset is 80%.

Rainfall

In Dorset, during August, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. In Dorset, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.9 days and collects up to 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Dorset, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 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 Dorset, the average sunshine in August is 9.5h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during August translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Dorset?

The high-temperature, in August, in Dorset, is 75.7°F (24.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Dorset?

The average relative humidity in August in Dorset is 80%.

How much does it rain in Dorset in August?

In Dorset, in August, it is raining for 17.9 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Dorset?

June through September are months without snowfall in Dorset.

What is the average length of the day in August in Dorset?

In August, the average day length in Dorset is 13h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Dorset?

On the first day of August in Dorset, sunrise is at 5:43 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 Dorset have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Dorset, Vermont, is 9.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Dorset?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Dorset?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Dorset, VT

Average temperature in August - Dorset, VT
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Dorset, VT

Average pressure in August - Dorset, 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
Dorset, VT

Average wind speed in August - Dorset, VT
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Dorset, VT

Average humidity in August - Dorset, VT
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

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Average rainfall in August
Dorset, VT

Average rainfall in August - Dorset, VT
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and September (2.64").

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Average rainfall days in August
Dorset, VT

Average rainfall days in August - Dorset, VT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Dorset, VT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Dorset, VT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 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
Dorset, VT

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Dorset, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Dorset, VT

Average sunshine days in August - Dorset, VT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Dorset, VT

Average UV index in August - Dorset, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Dorset, VT

Average cloud cover in August - Dorset, VT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in August
Dorset, VT

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

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

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