August weather forecastGary, IN
August
Weather in August
In August, the summer reigns continue in Gary. The weather is similar to that of July, with high temperatures and an abundance of sunshine. August slightly tones down the heat levels from July, providing a semblance of respite. The extended daylight hours persist, infusing the city with vibrancy and energy. Though summer nears its end, August makes sure the season lingers on.Temperature
As July turns into August, the average high-temperatures rest at a still warm 78.4°F (25.8°C), showing a minor variation from the prior month. During the month of August, Gary anticipates a mean low-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In August, in Gary, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout August, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gary, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.8 days and collects up to 25.51" (648mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May 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 5:44 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Gary, IN
- Average high temperature in August: 78.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Gary, IN
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Gary, IN
- Average wind speed in August: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in August
Gary, IN
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Gary, IN
- Average rainfall in August: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").
Average rainfall days in August
Gary, IN
- Average rainfall days in August: 16 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gary, IN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Gary, IN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 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
Gary, IN
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gary, IN
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Gary, IN
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Gary, IN
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Gary, IN
- 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).
