August weather forecast
Jefferson, IN

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Jefferson, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 62.6°F (17°C) and max 79.7°F (26.5°C).

Temperature

Welcoming August, Jefferson notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C), nearly consistent with July's 81°F (27.2°C). Jefferson, during the month of August, experiences an average low-temperature of 62.6°F (17°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Jefferson, during August, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Jefferson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.5 days and collects up to 18.07" (459mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 9:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

In August, in Jefferson, the average high-temperature is 79.7°F (26.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 62.6°F (17°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 83%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Jefferson, during August, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Jefferson, snow does not fall in May through September.

How many hours of daylight does Jefferson have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 9:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Jefferson have in August?

In Jefferson, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.3h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Jefferson, IN

Average temperature in August - Jefferson, IN
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Jefferson, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Jefferson, IN

Average wind speed in August - Jefferson, IN
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Jefferson, IN

Average humidity in August - Jefferson, IN
  • Average humidity in August: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Jefferson, IN

Average rainfall in August - Jefferson, IN
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.94").

Average rainfall days in August
Jefferson, IN

Average rainfall days in August - Jefferson, IN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Jefferson, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Jefferson, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Jefferson, IN
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Jefferson, IN

Average sunshine days in August - Jefferson, IN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Jefferson, IN

Average UV index in August - Jefferson, IN
  • 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Jefferson, IN

Average cloud cover in August - Jefferson, IN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Jefferson, IN

Average visibility in August - Jefferson, IN
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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