August weather forecast
Appleton, WI

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Colorful trees and neat lawns in Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, the river, and the rest of the city
Colorful trees and neat lawns in Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, the river, and the rest of the city

Weather in August

August weather parities July in many aspects with high temperature hovering around 77.4°F (25.2°C), just slightly lower than the previous month. This warm weather incites locals to enjoy Appleton’s concert series and outdoor markets. Daylight is still reasonably lengthy at 14 hours, allowing extended hours for recreation. The wind speed remains mellow at an average of 7.1mph (11.4km/h), adding to the summer serenity. Despite reaching the twilight of summer, Appleton remains lively as the active weather continues to foster outdoor enjoyment.

Temperature

Appleton experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 77.4°F (25.2°C) with the onset of August, subtly varied from July's 78.4°F (25.8°C). Appleton's average low-temperature in the month of August is recorded at a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In August, in Appleton, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout August, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Appleton, there are 131.1 rainfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Appleton.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during August morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Appleton?

Appleton in August has an average high-temperature of 77.4°F (25.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Appleton?

The average relative humidity in August in Appleton is 78%.

How much does it rain in Appleton in August?

In Appleton, Wisconsin, during August, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Appleton?

In Appleton, Wisconsin, snow does not fall in June through September.

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

In Appleton, the average day length in August is 13h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Appleton?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Appleton have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Appleton is 9.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Appleton?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Appleton.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Appleton?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Appleton is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall
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Average UV index
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Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Appleton, WI

Average temperature in August - Appleton, WI
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Appleton, WI

Average pressure in August - Appleton, WI
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Appleton, WI

Average wind speed in August - Appleton, WI
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Appleton, WI

Average humidity in August - Appleton, WI
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Appleton, WI

Average rainfall in August - Appleton, WI
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in August
Appleton, WI

Average rainfall days in August - Appleton, WI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Appleton, WI

Average snowfall in August - Appleton, WI
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Appleton, WI

Average snowfall days in August - Appleton, WI
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Appleton, WI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Appleton, WI
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • 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: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Appleton, WI

Average sunshine days in August - Appleton, WI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Appleton, WI

Average UV index in August - Appleton, WI
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Appleton, WI

Average cloud cover in August - Appleton, WI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Appleton, WI

Average visibility in August - Appleton, WI
  • 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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