August weather forecast
Houghton, MI

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Weather in August

August continues the summer season in Houghton but with slightly moderated conditions as compared to July. The lowering temperature and frequent rainfall signify the approaching end of the summer season. The transition from sweltering heat to cooler days begins subtly this month. Compared to July, August still retains the long daylight hours, providing ample sunshine and warmth. With a blend of mild summer heat and soothing rain, August serves as a prequel to the approaching fall season.

Temperature

The warmest period in Houghton, Michigan, tends to be August, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and a low of 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Houghton, in August, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.4 rainfall days, and 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Houghton, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 9:26 pm. On the last day of August, in Houghton, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Houghton, Michigan, are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Houghton?

In Houghton, August registers the highest temperatures, averaging 70.3°F (21.3°C) at the peak and 57.6°F (14.2°C) at the lowest.

What are the temperatures in Houghton in August?

In Houghton, in August, the average high-temperature is 70.3°F (21.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.6°F (14.2°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Houghton?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How much does it rain in Houghton in August?

In Houghton, in August, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Houghton?

In Houghton, Michigan, snow does not fall in June through September.

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

The average day length in August in Houghton, Michigan, is 14h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Houghton?

On the first day of August in Houghton, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 9:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Houghton?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Houghton?

The months with the highest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in August in Houghton?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Houghton, Michigan, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Houghton, MI

Average temperature in August - Houghton, MI
  • Average high temperature in August: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (70.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (15.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Houghton, MI

Average pressure in August - Houghton, MI
  • Average pressure in August: 29.93"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
Houghton, MI

Average wind speed in August - Houghton, MI
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Houghton, MI

Average humidity in August - Houghton, MI
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Houghton, MI

Average rainfall in August - Houghton, MI
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March (1.3").

Average rainfall days in August
Houghton, MI

Average rainfall days in August - Houghton, MI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are September and October (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Houghton, MI

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Houghton, MI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Houghton, MI
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Houghton, MI

Average sunshine days in August - Houghton, MI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Houghton, MI

Average UV index in August - Houghton, MI
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Houghton, MI

Average cloud cover in August - Houghton, MI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 86).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Houghton, MI

Average visibility in August - Houghton, 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 months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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