August weather forecast
Elk Rapids, MI

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Elk Rapids, is another pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.1°F (22.3°C) and an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

Elk Rapids's warmest temperatures are experienced in August, with average high temperatures of 72.1°F (22.3°C) and lows of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

In Elk Rapids, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In Elk Rapids, during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Elk Rapids, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.2 days and collects up to 24.65" (626mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Elk Rapids, Michigan, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 9:07 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Elk Rapids, the average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in August translates into this advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest?

August, having an average high-temperature of 72.1°F (22.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C), is the warmest month.

What are the temperatures in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Elk Rapids, is 72.1°F (22.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Elk Rapids, in August, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 14h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 9:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Elk Rapids, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

When is the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August in Elk Rapids?

In Elk Rapids, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average temperature in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average high temperature in August: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (18.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average pressure in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average wind speed in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, November and December (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average humidity in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

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

Average rainfall in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average rainfall in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").

Average rainfall days in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average rainfall days in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average snowfall in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average snowfall days in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average sunshine days in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average UV index in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average cloud cover in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average visibility in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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