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Hartford weather in August (Connecticut, United States of America)

What's the typical weather in Hartford for August? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The typical weather for August in Hartford includes high temperatures and high rainfall. The summer season is characteristic of August. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 28°C, cooling off to about 17°C at night.

Precipitation

Hartford in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 120 mm for the month. Expect around 11 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With around 269 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days May and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Hartford climate page with graphs.

 

Hartford, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 120 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 70%  
SunshineSunshine 269 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 63%  

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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