August weather forecast
Elk Rapids, MI

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another pleasant month in Elk Rapids, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and an average high of 72.1°F (22.3°C).

Temperature

August is the month that records the highest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 72.1°F (22.3°C) to a low of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Elk Rapids, during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Elk Rapids, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.2 days and collects up to 24.65" (626mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Elk Rapids, Michigan, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Elk Rapids is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of August in Elk Rapids, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 9:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Elk Rapids is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Elk Rapids are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in August translates into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Elk Rapids?

August, noted for its average high-temperature of 72.1°F (22.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C), is considered the warmest month.

What is the usual temperature for Elk Rapids in August?

In August, in Elk Rapids, the average high-temperature is 72.1°F (22.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Elk Rapids?

In August, the average relative humidity in Elk Rapids is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August in Elk Rapids?

In Elk Rapids, during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Elk Rapids?

In Elk Rapids, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Elk Rapids have in August?

In August, the average day length in Elk Rapids, Michigan, is 14h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Elk Rapids?

On the first day of August in Elk Rapids, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 9:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk Rapids have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Elk Rapids is 10h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Elk Rapids?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Elk Rapids.

How high is the UV index in August in Elk Rapids?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Elk Rapids, Michigan, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average temperature in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average high temperature in August: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average pressure in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average wind speed in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, November and December (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average humidity in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

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

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Average rainfall in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average rainfall in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average rainfall days in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average snowfall in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average snowfall days in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.8 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
Elk Rapids, MI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average sunshine days in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average UV index in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average cloud cover in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Elk Rapids, MI

Average visibility in August - Elk Rapids, MI
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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