Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Atlanta, United States, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (83°F). Highs can soar to 37°C (99°F), while lows may dip to 20°C (68°F). Typically, the humidity level in Atlanta throughout August hovers around 65%.
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In August, Atlanta averages 87 mm (3.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 18 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 19 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 56% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Atlanta 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.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||