August weather forecast
Portage, IN

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Weather in August

August continues the warmth of summer in Portage, with temperatures barely dropping from July's peak. While not as hot as July, the moderate heat allows for the pursuit of outdoor activities such as picnics and fishing trips. Despite being a relatively dry month, occasional rain showers can be expected. Interestingly, the cloud cover adds a hint of variety to the otherwise clear blue skies. Consistently throughout summer, the wind picks up only slightly from the calm conditions in July.

Temperature

Portage marks the arrival of August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 77.7°F (25.4°C), hardly different from July's 79.2°F (26.2°C). In the month of August, Portage witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 64.4°F (18°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Portage is 80%.

Rainfall

In Portage, in August, during 16.2 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Portage, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.4 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 48min.
On the first day of August in Portage, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.3h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Portage 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Portage?

In Portage, in August, the average high-temperature is 77.7°F (25.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 64.4°F (18°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Portage?

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Portage in August?

In Portage, Indiana, in August, it is raining for 16.2 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Portage?

May through October are months without snowfall in Portage, Indiana.

How many hours of daylight does Portage have in August?

In Portage, the average day length in August is 13h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Portage?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Portage?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Portage have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Portage?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Portage?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Portage, Indiana, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Portage, IN

Average temperature in August - Portage, IN
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Portage, IN

Average pressure in August - Portage, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Portage, IN

Average wind speed in August - Portage, IN
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph

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 (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Portage, IN

Average humidity in August - Portage, IN
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Portage, IN

Average rainfall in August - Portage, IN
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in August
Portage, IN

Average rainfall days in August - Portage, IN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Portage, IN

Average snowfall in August - Portage, IN
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Portage, IN

Average snowfall days in August - Portage, IN
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Portage, IN

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Portage, IN
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Portage, IN

Average sunshine days in August - Portage, IN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Portage, IN

Average UV index in August - Portage, IN
  • 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Portage, IN

Average cloud cover in August - Portage, IN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Portage, IN

Average visibility in August - Portage, IN
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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