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 (81°F). Highs can soar to 35°C (96°F), while lows may dip to 19°C (66°F). Typically, the humidity level in Madison throughout August hovers around 75%.

19°C (66°F)

Minimum temperature

27°C (81°F)

Average temperature

35°C (96°F)

Maximum temperature

75%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Madison averages 129 mm (5.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 16 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 49 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 41% probability of sunny days during this period.

129 mm (5.1 inches)

Precipitation

15 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 49 minutes

Sunshine hours

41%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Madison reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 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 2 3 6 8 10 11 10 8 5 3 1 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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