August Weather in Madison

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Madison, United States, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (80°F). Highs can soar to 35°C (96°F), while lows may dip to 18°C (65°F). Typically, the humidity level in Madison throughout August hovers around 74%.

18°C (65°F)

Minimum temperature

27°C (80°F)

Average temperature

35°C (96°F)

Maximum temperature

74%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Madison averages 121 mm (4.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 23 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 3 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 53% probability of sunny days during this period.

121 mm (4.8 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 3 minutes

Sunshine hours

53%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Madison reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 3 5 8 10 10 10 8 5 3 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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