August weather forecastHammond, IN
August
Weather in August
August ushers in slightly milder weather in Hammond as summer starts to wind down. Although the temperature range is still at its peak, there’s a small dip as compared to July. The amount of precipitation decreases, although the city remains relatively humid. August is the last month of long summer daylight, bringing the city closer to fall.Temperature
Hammond experiences a minor change to a still moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C) in average high-temperature during August, closely reflecting July. During August, the nighttime temperature averages to a refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C).Humidity
In Hammond, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout August, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hammond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.7 days and collects up to 25.31" (643mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Hammond, Indiana, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 48min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10.2h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Hammond.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Hammond, IN
- Average high temperature in August: 79.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).
Average pressure in August
Hammond, 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
Hammond, IN
- Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Hammond, IN
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Hammond, IN
- Average rainfall in August: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").
Average rainfall days in August
Hammond, IN
- Average rainfall days in August: 16 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Hammond, IN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Hammond, IN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Hammond, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Hammond, IN
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Hammond, IN
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Hammond, IN
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Hammond, 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).
