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Lansing weather in August (Illinois, United States of America)

How is the weather in Lansing in August? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Lansing generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. August is a summer month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 28°C, while night temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Lansing in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 126 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. Rain is expected on roughly 10 days.

The city usually sees around 280 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lansing climate page with graphs.

 

Lansing, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 126 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
SunshineSunshine 280 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 66% *  
* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (55 KM, 34 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Lansing in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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