August weather forecast
Traverse City, MI

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Stunning golden - brown colorful trees around the scenic Traverse City, Michigan
Stunning golden - brown colorful trees around the scenic Traverse City, Michigan

Weather in August

The late summer month of August in Traverse City witnesses marginally increased temperatures ranging from 59.5°F (15.3°C) to 73.6°F (23.1°C). August provides the warmest sea temperature averaging at 69.7°F (20.9°C), ideal for enthusiastic beachgoers. Despite being the peak of summer, rainfall averages to a comfortable 0.67" (17mm). As Traverse City, Michigan moves towards September, a cooling trend can be anticipated.

Temperature

In Traverse City, the highest average temperatures are observed in August, with a high of 73.6°F (23.1°C) and a low of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Traverse City, during August, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Traverse City, Michigan, there are 94.8 rainfall days, and 8.35" (212mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Traverse City, snow does not fall in June through September.

Ocean temperature

The month with the warmest seawater in Traverse City is August, with an average ocean temperature of 69.6°F (20.9°C).
Note: A majority do not enjoy swimming in water at 69.6°F (20.9°C). The difficulty in controlling breathing increases progressively as the temperature dips below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

In Traverse City, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 0min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 9:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Traverse City, Michigan, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Traverse City?

In Traverse City, August is identified by the average highest temperatures, reaching a peak of 73.6°F (23.1°C) and a low of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the usual temperature for Traverse City in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Traverse City, Michigan, during August are 73.6°F (23.1°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Traverse City?

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

How much does it rain in Traverse City in August?

In Traverse City, Michigan, in August, during 10.1 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Traverse City?

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

When is the ocean warmest in Traverse City?

The month with the warmest seawater in Traverse City, Michigan, is August, with an average ocean temperature of 69.6°F (20.9°C).

What is the ocean temperature in August in Traverse City?

In Traverse City, Michigan, in August, the average water temperature is 69.6°F (20.9°C). For most, swimming in 69.6°F (20.9°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

How many hours of daylight does Traverse City have in August?

In Traverse City, Michigan, the average day length in August is 14h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Traverse City?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 9:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Traverse City, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Traverse City have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Traverse City is 9.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Traverse City?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Traverse City?

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

Average temperature in August - Traverse City, MI
  • Average high temperature in August: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Traverse City, MI

Average pressure in August - Traverse City, 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
Traverse City, MI

Average wind speed in August - Traverse City, MI
  • Average wind speed in August: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Traverse City, MI

Average humidity in August - Traverse City, MI
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

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
Traverse City, MI

Average rainfall in August - Traverse City, MI
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in August
Traverse City, MI

Average rainfall days in August - Traverse City, MI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Traverse City, MI

Average snowfall in August - Traverse City, MI
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and November (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Traverse City, MI

Average snowfall days in August - Traverse City, MI
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Traverse City, MI

Average sea temperature in August - Traverse City, MI
  • Average sea temperature in August: 69.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (35.4°F).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Traverse City, MI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Traverse City, 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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Traverse City, MI

Average sunshine days in August - Traverse City, MI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Traverse City, MI

Average UV index in August - Traverse City, 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
Traverse City, MI

Average cloud cover in August - Traverse City, MI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Traverse City, MI

Average visibility in August - Traverse City, MI
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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