August weather forecast
Petoskey, MI

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A panorama of the scenic Petoskey, Michigan
A panorama of the scenic Petoskey, Michigan

Weather in August

August weather patterns closely mimic those of July, maintaining the dominance of summer. Despite the steady temperatures during the day, evenings and nights bring a slight chill signifying an approaching change. Rainfall slightly increases to 1.5" (38mm) but it is not enough to disturb the summer attractions. Gradual tints of fall start appearing in the vegetation, announcing the impending change of seasons. Windspeeds moderately rise, adding a distinctive element to the warm August evenings.

Temperature

During July and August, Petoskey experiences its highest average temperatures, peaking at 73°F (22.8°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Petoskey, in August, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Petoskey, Michigan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.6 days and collects up to 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Petoskey, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 9:07 pm. On the last day of August, in Petoskey, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Petoskey, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Petoskey. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During August, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Petoskey?

July and August mark Petoskey's peak of temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 73°F (22.8°C).

What is the temperature in August in Petoskey?

In August, in Petoskey, the average high-temperature is 73°F (22.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Petoskey?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How much does it rain in Petoskey in August?

In Petoskey, Michigan, during August, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Petoskey?

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

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

The average day length in August is 14h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Petoskey?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 9:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Petoskey have in August?

In Petoskey, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Petoskey?

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

Average temperature in August - Petoskey, MI
  • Average high temperature in August: 73°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Petoskey, MI

Average pressure in August - Petoskey, MI
  • Average pressure in August: 29.94"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
Petoskey, MI

Average wind speed in August - Petoskey, MI
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Petoskey, MI

Average humidity in August - Petoskey, MI
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Petoskey, MI

Average rainfall in August - Petoskey, MI
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in August
Petoskey, MI

Average rainfall days in August - Petoskey, MI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Petoskey, MI

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Petoskey, MI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.5 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
Petoskey, MI

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

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Petoskey, MI

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
Petoskey, MI

Average UV index in August - Petoskey, 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
Petoskey, MI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Petoskey, MI

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

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

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