Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Columbus, United States, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 30°C (86°F). Highs can soar to 38°C (102°F), while lows may dip to 22°C (72°F). Typically, the humidity level in Columbus throughout August hovers around 68%.
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In August, Columbus averages 158 mm (6.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 9 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 26 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 30% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Columbus reaches a maximum of 12, 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 | 2 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||