August weather forecastEly, MN

August
Weather in August
Ely's weather in August witnesses a slight dip in temperatures, preserving the warmth of summer with an average high of 74.1°F (23.4°C). Although daylight begins to shorten, August continues to have long day hours. Ely enjoys the best of summer and the anticipation of autumn during August, maintaining warmth yet beginning to experience cooler evenings. It's a month of variable weather as the days alternate between summer-like heat and pre-autumnal coolness. August offers a calming breeze, enhancing the overall pleasant weather of the city.Temperature
The commencement of August introduces an average high-temperature of a still warm 74.1°F (23.4°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. During the nights in August, the temperature averages to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Ely, in August, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ely, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.3 days and collects up to 21.34" (542mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Ely, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 14h and 14min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.5h.UV index
July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. 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
Average temperature in August
Ely, MN
- Average high temperature in August: 74.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 54.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Ely, MN
- Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Ely, MN
- Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Ely, MN
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Ely, MN
- Average rainfall in August: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in August
Ely, MN
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ely, MN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ely, MN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ely, MN
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ely, MN
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (8.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Ely, MN
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Ely, MN
- Average cloud cover in August: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in August
Ely, MN
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (4mi).





