August weather forecastElkhart, IN
August
Weather in August
August in Elkhart brings the continuation of the city's hot, humid summer weather, only slightly cooler than its predecessor, July. Daily sunshine hours drop slightly from those of last month but still remain abundant. Rainfall decreases, resulting in less lush landscapes when compared to the spring months. Breezy evenings come as a relief from the day's heat, making it a great time for outdoor recreation. Despite the ending summer, the UV index remains high, necessitating the proper sun-safe measures.Temperature
Elkhart commences August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Elkhart records a steady low-temperature average of 60.4°F (15.8°C) during August.Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 82%.Rainfall
In Elkhart, Indiana, during August, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. In Elkhart, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.4 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 48min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 9:01 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Elkhart, the average sunshine in August is 9.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
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's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Elkhart, IN
- Average high temperature in August: 78.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Elkhart, IN
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Elkhart, IN
- Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Elkhart, IN
- Average humidity in August: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Elkhart, IN
- Average rainfall in August: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.77").
Average rainfall days in August
Elkhart, IN
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Elkhart, IN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Elkhart, IN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Elkhart, IN
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Elkhart, IN
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Elkhart, IN
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Elkhart, IN
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in August
Elkhart, IN
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and September (5mi).
