August weather forecast
East Lansing, MI

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Weather in August

August, while marginally cooler than July in East Lansing, continues to propagate summer's warm allure. The temperature begins a slight descent, hinting at the approaching autumn season. Despite this, the weather remains conducive for outdoor activities with continued long daylight hours and abundant sunshine. Changes are subtle within the city's life rhythm, maintaining the overall vibrant summer-filled mood throughout the month. An air of anticipation begins to settle as the city gradually prepares for the shift in seasons.

Temperature

The arrival of August in East Lansing, Michigan, brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C), closely following the temperature pattern of July. During August, East Lansing experiences an average low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In East Lansing, Michigan, in August, during 14.3 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In East Lansing, Michigan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.2 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In East Lansing, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in East Lansing is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:58 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in East Lansing is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during August leads to these advisories:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in East Lansing?

The high-temperature, in August, in East Lansing, records 77.5°F (25.3°C), while the low-temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August in East Lansing?

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

How many days does it rain in August in East Lansing?

In East Lansing, in August, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in East Lansing?

June through September are months without snowfall in East Lansing.

How many hours of daylight does East Lansing have in August?

In East Lansing, Michigan, the average day length in August is 13h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in East Lansing?

On the first day of August in East Lansing, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does East Lansing have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.6h.

When is the highest UV index in East Lansing?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August in East Lansing?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in East Lansing, Michigan, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
East Lansing, MI

Average temperature in August - East Lansing, MI
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.5°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 (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
East Lansing, MI

Average pressure in August - East Lansing, MI
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
East Lansing, MI

Average wind speed in August - East Lansing, MI
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
East Lansing, MI

Average humidity in August - East Lansing, MI
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in August
East Lansing, MI

Average rainfall in August - East Lansing, MI
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in August
East Lansing, MI

Average rainfall days in August - East Lansing, MI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
East Lansing, MI

Average snowfall in August - East Lansing, MI
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
East Lansing, MI

Average snowfall days in August - East Lansing, MI
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
East Lansing, MI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - East Lansing, MI
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
East Lansing, MI

Average sunshine days in August - East Lansing, MI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
East Lansing, MI

Average UV index in August - East Lansing, MI
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
East Lansing, MI

Average cloud cover in August - East Lansing, MI
  • 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 30).

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Average visibility in August
East Lansing, MI

Average visibility in August - East Lansing, MI
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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