August weather forecast
Marquette, MI

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Boats docked along the piers on the vast Lake Superior and cars and buildings in the rest of Marquette City, Michigan
Boats docked along the piers on the vast Lake Superior and cars and buildings in the rest of Marquette City, Michigan

Weather in August

In August, Marquette experiences similar conditions to July, signifying the peak of summer. The average high temperature remains steady at 72.1°F (22.3°C) while daylight hours start shortening, indicating the imminent approach of fall. Despite these slight changes, August's weather remains favorable for an array of outdoor activities. The city continues to bask in the warmth, making it an ideal time for boating, fishing or simply lounging by Lake Superior.

Temperature

The introduction of August in Marquette sees an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C), hardly deviating from July. Nighttime temperature in Marquette lowers to an average of 56.1°F (13.4°C) in August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Marquette, in August, during 13.5 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Marquette, Michigan, there are 117.1 rainfall days, and 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Marquette.

Daylight

In Marquette, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 9:20 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Marquette is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in August translates into this advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Marquette?

Marquette in August has an average high-temperature of 72.1°F (22.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Marquette?

In August, the average relative humidity in Marquette, Michigan, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Marquette in August?

In Marquette, Michigan, in August, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Marquette?

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

How many hours of daylight does Marquette have in August?

The average day length in August in Marquette, Michigan, is 14h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Marquette?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 9:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Marquette, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Marquette?

The average sunshine duration in August in Marquette, Michigan, is 9h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Marquette?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Marquette is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Marquette, MI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Marquette, MI

Average pressure in August - Marquette, MI
  • Average pressure in August: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Marquette, MI

Average wind speed in August - Marquette, MI
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June, July and August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Marquette, MI

Average humidity in August - Marquette, MI
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Marquette, MI

Average rainfall in August - Marquette, MI
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in August
Marquette, MI

Average rainfall days in August - Marquette, MI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Marquette, MI

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Marquette, MI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.4 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
Marquette, MI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Marquette, MI
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Marquette, MI

Average sunshine days in August - Marquette, MI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Marquette, MI

Average UV index in August - Marquette, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Marquette, MI

Average cloud cover in August - Marquette, MI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in August
Marquette, MI

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

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

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