August weather forecast
Dayton, OH

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The Maimi and Mad rivers converge to flow through Dayton city, Ohio
The Maimi and Mad rivers converge to flow through Dayton city, Ohio

Weather in August

August in Dayton is a period of transition from peak summer towards the cooler months. While still hot, the temperature gradually decreases, bringing some relief to the city's residents. The humidity level remains relatively high although sunshine hours start to diminish. This progression heralds the arrival of autumn in the forthcoming months. The recorded maximum temperature for this month is 80.2°F (26.8°C).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in August for Dayton is a still moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C), staying closely aligned with July's conditions. Dayton records an average temperature drop to an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C) in August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Dayton, in August, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.5 rainfall days, and 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of August, in Dayton, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

In Dayton, 80.2°F (26.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 62.4°F (16.9°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Dayton?

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Dayton, in August, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dayton have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Dayton?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August in Dayton?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Dayton, OH

Average temperature in August - Dayton, OH
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Dayton, OH

Average pressure in August - Dayton, OH
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Dayton, OH

Average wind speed in August - Dayton, OH
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Dayton, OH

Average humidity in August - Dayton, OH
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Dayton, OH

Average rainfall in August - Dayton, OH
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in August
Dayton, OH

Average rainfall days in August - Dayton, OH
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Dayton, OH

Average snowfall in August - Dayton, OH
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in August
Dayton, OH

Average snowfall days in August - Dayton, OH
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dayton, OH

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Dayton, OH
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Dayton, OH

Average sunshine days in August - Dayton, OH
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Dayton, OH

Average UV index in August - Dayton, OH
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Dayton, OH

Average cloud cover in August - Dayton, OH
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Dayton, OH

Average visibility in August - Dayton, OH
  • 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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