August weather forecastBenton Harbor, MI
August
Weather in August
August displays similar weather patterns to July, except for a slight dip in sunlight hours. Though the highest temperatures are marginally lesser than in July, this month stands out with the highest low-temperature average at 64.8°F (18.2°C). Despite signs of receding sunlight hours, the average duration remains fairly high, maintaining the warm ambiance. The wind speed shows a modest rise, but it does not make any significant difference to the weather. To summarize, August is a fairly warm month with comfortable temperatures and ample sunshine.Temperature
August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C), nearly identical to the preceding month. During August, the average low-temperature is an enjoyable 64.8°F (18.2°C).Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Benton Harbor, in August, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160 rainfall days, and 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Benton Harbor, snow does not fall in June through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 9:04 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Benton Harbor, the average sunshine in August is 9.8h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average high temperature in August: 76.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average wind speed in August: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average rainfall in August: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").
Average rainfall days in August
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Benton Harbor, MI
- 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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Benton Harbor, MI
- 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
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Benton Harbor, MI
- 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).
