August weather forecast
Chesterton, IN

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Weather in August

As August progresses, the temperatures in Chesterton reveal a slight dip, marking the summer's gradual wind-down. The weather maintains a warm atmosphere along with moderated rainfall and balanced humidity levels. Nonetheless, even with a slight reduction in temperatures, August stands parallel to July with its peak temperatures. Embracing the remaining summer warmth, August's weather manifests itself as the perfect blend of heat and sunshine. It sets the ground for the upcoming transition into autumn, thereby offering relief from summer's peak and the anticipation of calming fall colors.

Temperature

August commences in Chesterton with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 77.4°F (25.2°C), showing little deviation from July's 78.1°F (25.6°C). The low-temperature averages to an enjoyable 64.8°F (18.2°C) during the nights of August.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chesterton, in August, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.2 rainfall days, and 25.24" (641mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Chesterton.

Ocean temperature

August is the month with the warmest seawater in Chesterton, with an average ocean temperature of 69.8°F (21°C).
Note: Swimming is not an enjoyable activity for the majority when the water is at 69.8°F (21°C). The difficulty of controlling breathing increases as the temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In Chesterton, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 48min.
On the first day of August in Chesterton, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Chesterton. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. 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. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Chesterton in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Chesterton, is 77.4°F (25.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 64.8°F (18.2°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Chesterton?

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

How many days does it rain in August in Chesterton?

In Chesterton, in August, during 16.1 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Chesterton?

May through October are months without snowfall.

When is the ocean warmest in Chesterton?

With an average ocean temperature of 69.8°F (21°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Chesterton.

What is the ocean temperature in August in Chesterton?

In Chesterton, in August, the average water temperature is 69.8°F (21°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 69.8°F (21°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

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

The average day length in August in Chesterton is 13h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Chesterton?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chesterton, Indiana, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Chesterton?

August has the most sunshine of the year in Chesterton, Indiana, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Chesterton?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Chesterton is 10.4h.

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

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Chesterton, Indiana.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Chesterton?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Chesterton, IN

Average temperature in August - Chesterton, IN
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Chesterton, IN

Average pressure in August - Chesterton, IN
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Chesterton, IN

Average wind speed in August - Chesterton, IN
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Chesterton, IN

Average humidity in August - Chesterton, IN
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Chesterton, IN

Average rainfall in August - Chesterton, IN
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.14").

Average rainfall days in August
Chesterton, IN

Average rainfall days in August - Chesterton, IN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Chesterton, IN

Average snowfall in August - Chesterton, IN
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Chesterton, IN

Average snowfall days in August - Chesterton, IN
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Chesterton, IN

Average sea temperature in August - Chesterton, IN
  • Average sea temperature in August: 70°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (70°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (37°F).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Chesterton, IN

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Chesterton, IN
  • 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Chesterton, IN

Average sunshine days in August - Chesterton, IN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Chesterton, IN

Average UV index in August - Chesterton, IN
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Chesterton, IN

Average cloud cover in August - Chesterton, IN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Chesterton, IN

Average visibility in August - Chesterton, IN
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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