Things to Do in Hartford in August
August weather, activities, events & insider tips
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August Weather in Hartford
Long-run averages for August
82°F (28°C)
High Temp
65°F (18°C)
Low Temp
3.9 inches (99 mm)
Rainfall
74%
Humidity
7
Sunny-Day UV
What's On in Hartford in August
Hartford in August has an average high of 28°C and an average low of 18°C, with average rainfall of 99 mm. The Hartford Fair takes place from 8 August 2027 to 14 August 2027.
August Climate Compared
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 29°C | 19°C | 140 mm |
| August | 28°C | 18°C | 99 mm |
| September | 24°C | 14°C | 130 mm |
August is 1°C cooler than July; drier than July (99 mm vs 140 mm); 4°C warmer than September; drier than September (99 mm vs 130 mm).
Long-run monthly averages. Source: Open-Meteo.
Daylight in August
Day length: 14 h 24 min on 1 August, 13 h 51 min on 15 August (−64 min compared with mid-July).
Computed from the city's coordinates (sunrise to sunset, standard solar geometry).
Notable Places to Visit
Islamic Center of Connecticut
Mosque in Windsor, Connecticut, U.S. with an attached cemetery
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Places within 8 km, ordered by Wikipedia coverage. Opening hours as mapped in OpenStreetMap (fetched 2026-10-16); check before you go. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); descriptions from Wikidata (CC0).
Quick Answers
How much rain does Hartford get in August?
On average 99 mm in August, drier than September (99 mm vs 130 mm).
How warm is Hartford in August?
Average highs are 28°C and average lows 18°C.
How long are the days in Hartford in August?
About 13 h 51 min of daylight on 15 August.
Are there public holidays in Hartford in August?
No public holidays fall in August in the next 12 months.
What are some notable places to visit in Hartford?
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, Mark Twain House, Cathedral of St. Joseph, Hartford Union Station (from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata).
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