August weather forecast
Mackinaw City, MI

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The lovely seaside Mackinaw City in Michigan, with a view of the intense road network therein and a part of the long Mackinac Bridge
The lovely seaside Mackinaw City in Michigan, with a view of the intense road network therein and a part of the long Mackinac Bridge

Weather in August

August in Mackinaw City continues July’s warm trend, albeit slightly cooler. Locals relish the last of the summer's extended sunshine, amid reduced rain and continued outdoor activities. This month, while being part of the warm season, begins to hint at an approaching transition. The end of the month marks the onset of the gradual shift towards Fall. Although August is slightly cooler than July, it still sustains similar temperature averages at 71.1°F (21.7°C), ensuring the enjoyment of summer extends into the month.

Temperature

Transitioning from July to August, Mackinaw City observes an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C), differing subtly from the previous month. Mackinaw City, during the month of August, experiences an average low-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Humidity

In Mackinaw City, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Mackinaw City, in August, during 13.8 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131 rainfall days, and 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Mackinaw City, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 9:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in August leads to these recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Mackinaw City, is 71.1°F (21.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity in Mackinaw City is 79%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout August, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Mackinaw City, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Mackinaw City?

In Mackinaw City, the average day length in August is 14h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 9:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Mackinaw City, MI
  • Average high temperature in August: 71.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (14.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Mackinaw City, MI

Average pressure in August - Mackinaw City, MI
  • Average pressure in August: 29.94"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
Mackinaw City, MI

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Mackinaw City, MI

Average humidity in August - Mackinaw City, MI
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Mackinaw City, MI

Average rainfall in August - Mackinaw City, MI
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in August
Mackinaw City, MI

Average rainfall days in August - Mackinaw City, MI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Mackinaw City, MI

Average snowfall in August - Mackinaw City, MI
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Mackinaw City, MI

Average snowfall days in August - Mackinaw City, MI
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mackinaw City, MI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Mackinaw City, MI

Average sunshine days in August - Mackinaw City, MI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Mackinaw City, MI

Average UV index in August - Mackinaw City, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Mackinaw City, MI

Average cloud cover in August - Mackinaw City, MI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Mackinaw City, MI

Average visibility in August - Mackinaw City, MI
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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