August weather forecast
Laurel, IN

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Laurel, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 80.2°F (26.8°C).

Temperature

The commencement of August introduces an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. Laurel registers a consistent average low-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) during August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout August, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.2 rainfall days, and 24.69" (627mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Laurel, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:53 pm. On the last day of August, in Laurel, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Laurel, Indiana, is 9.7h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in August translates into these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Laurel?

The high-temperature during August is 80.2°F (26.8°C) and the low-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Laurel?

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

How much does it rain in Laurel in August?

In August, in Laurel, Indiana, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout August, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Laurel?

May through September are months without snowfall.

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

The average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Laurel?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Laurel?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in August in Laurel?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Laurel, IN

Average temperature in August - Laurel, IN
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Laurel, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Laurel, IN

Average wind speed in August - Laurel, IN
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Laurel, IN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, July and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Laurel, IN

Average rainfall in August - Laurel, IN
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in August
Laurel, IN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Laurel, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Laurel, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Laurel, IN

Average sunshine days in August - Laurel, IN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Laurel, IN

Average UV index in August - Laurel, IN
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Laurel, IN

Average cloud cover in August - Laurel, IN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Laurel, IN

Average visibility in August - Laurel, 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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