August weather forecast
Muskegon, MI

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An aerial panorama of the scenic Muskegon Town in Michigan
An aerial panorama of the scenic Muskegon Town in Michigan

Weather in August

Contrasting to the peak temperatures in July, August brings a slight tempering of the Muskegon, Michigan summer. The weather maintains warmly as temperatures, daylight hours, and sunshine duration remain approximately constant. The sea temperature remains warm, promoting beach activities. Interestingly, rainfall decreases making this the least wet summer month. Enjoying the outdoors remains ideal with still warm temperatures and an almost constant UV Index.

Temperature

Muskegon's warmest months, July and August, record an average high-temperature of 75.4°F (24.1°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Muskegon, Michigan, during August, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 124.4 rainfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 69.8°F (21°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Muskegon, Michigan.
Note: The majority of people do not enjoy swimming in 69.8°F (21°C). The difficulty in controlling breathing escalates as the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In Muskegon, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 54min.
On the first day of August in Muskegon, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 9:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Muskegon, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Muskegon are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Muskegon?

July and August in Muskegon are characterised by peak temperatures, with an average high of 75.4°F (24.1°C).

What is the temperature in August in Muskegon?

The high-temperature, in August, in Muskegon, is 75.4°F (24.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 64.2°F (17.9°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Muskegon?

In August, the average relative humidity in Muskegon is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Muskegon?

In Muskegon, during August, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Muskegon?

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

What month is the ocean warmest in Muskegon?

With an average ocean temperature of 69.8°F (21°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Muskegon, Michigan.

What is the ocean temperature in August in Muskegon?

In Muskegon, Michigan, the average seawater temperature in August is 69.8°F (21°C). Swimming in 69.8°F (21°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Muskegon have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Muskegon?

On the first day of August in Muskegon, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 9:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Muskegon have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Muskegon, Michigan, is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Muskegon?

The months with the highest UV index in Muskegon are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Muskegon?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Muskegon is 6. A UV Index estimate 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
Muskegon, MI

Average temperature in August - Muskegon, MI
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Muskegon, MI

Average pressure in August - Muskegon, MI
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"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
Muskegon, MI

Average wind speed in August - Muskegon, MI
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Muskegon, MI

Average humidity in August - Muskegon, MI
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Muskegon, MI

Average rainfall in August - Muskegon, MI
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in August
Muskegon, MI

Average rainfall days in August - Muskegon, MI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Muskegon, MI

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Muskegon, MI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Muskegon, MI

Average sea temperature in August - Muskegon, MI
  • Average sea temperature in August: 70°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (70°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (37°F).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Muskegon, MI

Average sunshine days in August - Muskegon, MI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (10.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Muskegon, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Muskegon, MI

Average cloud cover in August - Muskegon, MI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in August
Muskegon, MI

Average visibility in August - Muskegon, MI
  • 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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