August weather forecast
Athens, MI

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Athens, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 77.9°F (25.5°C) and min 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

Athens, Michigan, experiences a minor change to a still moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C) in average high-temperature during August, closely reflecting July. In the month of August, an average of 60.1°F (15.6°C) marks the low-temperature in Athens.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Athens, in August, during 12.9 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Athens, there are 124.6 rainfall days, and 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Athens, the average sunshine in August is 9.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 6, August is the month with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Athens?

In August, in Athens, the average high-temperature is 77.9°F (25.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 60.1°F (15.6°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Athens?

The average relative humidity in August in Athens is 81%.

How much does it rain in Athens in August?

In Athens, in August, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Athens?

In Athens, Michigan, snow does not fall in May through September.

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

In August, the average day length in Athens is 13h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Athens?

On the first day of August in Athens, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Athens have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Athens?

August is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Athens?

In Athens, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Athens, MI

Average temperature in August - Athens, MI
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Athens, MI

Average pressure in August - Athens, MI
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Athens, MI

Average wind speed in August - Athens, MI
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph

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 (6.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Athens, MI

Average humidity in August - Athens, MI
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Athens, MI

Average rainfall in August - Athens, MI
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in August
Athens, MI

Average rainfall days in August - Athens, MI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Athens, MI

Average snowfall in August - Athens, MI
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Athens, MI

Average snowfall days in August - Athens, MI
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Athens, MI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Athens, MI
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Athens, MI

Average sunshine days in August - Athens, MI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Athens, MI

Average UV index in August - Athens, MI
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Athens, MI

Average cloud cover in August - Athens, MI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Athens, MI

Average visibility in August - Athens, MI
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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