August weather forecast
Stamford, CT

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A wide aerial scenic cover shot over downtown Stamford, Connecticut, with two rivers and weighty rain clouds in the sky above

Weather in August

Following the peak of the summer season, Stamford coastlines in August offers its warmest sea temperatures. Owning an average temperature of 80.4°F (26.9°C), the lessening of temperatures initially initiated in August continues. This trend sees a more pronounced progression into September. However, this month experiences fewer rainy days compared to July. The diminished clouds introduces more sunlight making August a beautiful palette of summer.

Temperature

The shift into August finds Stamford at an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.4°F (26.9°C), closely comparable to July's conditions. The average temperature during August nights in Stamford is registered at an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Stamford, in August, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Stamford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.1 days and collects up to 37.95" (964mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Stamford, snow does not fall in May through October.

Ocean temperature

The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average ocean temperature of 73°F (22.8°C).
Note: For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 73.4°F (23°C) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 73°F (22.8°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Stamford is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Stamford, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Heads up! UV intensity is amplified by reflections from water and sand.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Stamford in August?

The high-temperature in Stamford, Connecticut, during August is 80.4°F (26.9°C) and the low-temperature is 68.5°F (20.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Stamford?

April, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months in Stamford.

What is the average humidity in August in Stamford?

In Stamford, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in August is 72%.

How many days does it rain in August in Stamford?

In Stamford, in August, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Stamford?

In Stamford, Connecticut, snow does not fall in May through October.

When is the ocean warmest in Stamford?

August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 73°F (22.8°C).

How warm is the water in August in Stamford?

In Stamford, the average seawater temperature in August is 73°F (22.8°C). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 73°F (22.8°C) water.

How many hours of daylight does Stamford have in August?

In Stamford, the average day length in August is 13h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Stamford?

On the first day of August in Stamford, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Stamford?

In Stamford, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Stamford?

The months with the highest UV index in Stamford, Connecticut, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Stamford?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Stamford is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Stamford, CT

Average temperature in August - Stamford, CT
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
Stamford, CT

Average pressure in August - Stamford, CT
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Stamford, CT

Average wind speed in August - Stamford, CT
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Stamford, CT

Average humidity in August - Stamford, CT
  • Average humidity in August: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, June and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Stamford, CT

Average rainfall in August - Stamford, CT
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.25").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (2.36").

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Average rainfall days in August
Stamford, CT

Average rainfall days in August - Stamford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Stamford, CT

Average snowfall in August - Stamford, CT
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Stamford, CT

Average snowfall days in August - Stamford, CT
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Stamford, CT

Average sea temperature in August - Stamford, CT
  • Average sea temperature in August: 73.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.5°F).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Stamford, CT

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Stamford, CT
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Stamford, CT

Average sunshine days in August - Stamford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Stamford, CT

Average UV index in August - Stamford, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Stamford, CT

Average cloud cover in August - Stamford, CT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Stamford, CT

Average visibility in August - Stamford, CT
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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