August weather forecast
Richmond, IN

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Weather in August

August in Richmond continues to bask in warmth, with temperatures slightly dipping from July. The city cools marginally, yet the summer festivities continue to thrive, with outdoor activities remaining a popular choice among locals and tourists. August also brings a vibrant display of plant life in the city's numerous parks and green spaces. Richmond in August is a collage of sunny days, bright flora, and happy faces.

Temperature

Richmond's weather in August, with an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.3°F (26.3°C), subtly shifts from July's 80.8°F (27.1°C). Richmond encounters a steady low-temperature average of 62.1°F (16.7°C) throughout the month of August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

In Richmond, during August, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 23.74" (603mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Richmond, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of August in Richmond, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

During August, Richmond experiences an average high-temperature of 79.3°F (26.3°C) and a low-temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 82%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Richmond, in August, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Richmond, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Richmond, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Richmond, IN
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.1°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 (20.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Richmond, IN

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

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

Average wind speed in August
Richmond, IN

Average wind speed in August - Richmond, IN
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Richmond, IN

Average humidity in August - Richmond, IN
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Richmond, IN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in August
Richmond, IN

Average rainfall days in August - Richmond, IN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Richmond, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Richmond, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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
Richmond, IN

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Richmond, 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 5min

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
Richmond, IN

Average sunshine days in August - Richmond, IN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Richmond, IN

Average UV index in August - Richmond, 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
Richmond, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Richmond, IN

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

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

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