August weather forecast
Sault Ste. Marie, MI

In August, Sault Ste. Marie's temperature starts its gradual retreat from summer's peak. Notably, however, the city records the highest rainfall in August with 3.2" (81mm) of rainfall. Yet, the period continues to promote summer activities, thanks to the warm temperatures persisting. As the rainfall nurtures the city’s lush greenery, it further adds to the beauty of the landscape. Despite the nearing end of summer, residents and visitors continue to relish in the city's vibrant summer atmosphere.

Temperature

The shift into August in Sault Ste. Marie reveals an average high-temperature of a still warm 74.7°F (23.7°C), closely mirroring July's climate. The average low-temperature, in August, in Sault Ste. Marie, is a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Rainfall

In Sault Ste. Marie, in August, during 10.9 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sault Ste. Marie, there are 162.9 rainfall days, and 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Sault Ste. Marie.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 59°F (15°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Sault Ste. Marie.
Note: For the majority, swimming in water with a temperature of 59°F (15°C) is not enjoyable. The difficulty in managing breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 9:08 pm. On the last day of August, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Sault Ste. Marie is 8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Sault Ste. Marie is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.