August weather forecast
Lansing, MI

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The Capitol building in Lansing, Michigan, hosting the legislative arm of the US government
The Capitol building in Lansing, Michigan, hosting the legislative arm of the US government

Weather in August

August perpetuates the summer's warmth in Lansing but hints at the upcoming coolness. An average high of 77.7°F (25.4°C) and a low of 59.5°F (15.3°C) define the day-to-night transition in temperature. The longer daytime hours allow residents to make the most of the remaining summer. Although August signals the end of the peak summer season, the constant weather attributes make it a popular month for family vacations.

Temperature

Lansing's average high-temperature in August is a still warm 77.7°F (25.4°C), marking an insignificant difference from the 79.3°F (26.3°C) of July. An average minimum temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C) marks the month of August in Lansing.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Lansing, during August, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Lansing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.6 days and collects up to 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Lansing.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Lansing is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of August, 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.

Sunshine

In Lansing, Michigan, the average sunshine in August is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lansing in August?

In Lansing, 77.7°F (25.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 59.5°F (15.3°C) is the average low-temperature during August.

What is the average humidity in August in Lansing?

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August in Lansing?

In August, in Lansing, Michigan, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout August, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Lansing?

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

What is the average length of the day in August in Lansing?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Lansing?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Lansing have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Lansing is 9.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Lansing?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Lansing?

In Lansing, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate 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
Lansing, MI

Average temperature in August - Lansing, MI
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°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 (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Lansing, MI

Average pressure in August - 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
Lansing, MI

Average wind speed in August - 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
Lansing, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in August
Lansing, MI

Average rainfall in August - Lansing, MI
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in August
Lansing, MI

Average rainfall days in August - Lansing, MI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Lansing, MI

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Lansing, MI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.2 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
Lansing, MI

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

Average sunshine days in August - Lansing, MI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Lansing, MI

Average UV index in August - 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 months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Lansing, MI

Average cloud cover in August - Lansing, MI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

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
Lansing, MI

Average visibility in August - Lansing, MI
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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