Merrillville weather in August (Indiana, United States of America)

Wondering what the weather is like in Merrillville during August? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In August, Merrillville typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. August is typically considered a summer month. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 28°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 17°C.

Precipitation

Merrillville in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 146 mm for the month. It's the month with the heaviest rainfall, so an umbrella is a must to navigate the wet weather. Past climate data indicates that roughly 11 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 280 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Merrillville.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. May, June, July, August and September generally stand 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 Merrillville climate page with graphs.

 

Merrillville, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 146 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 280 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 66% *  

* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (72 KM, 45 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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