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Michigan Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Michigan, the United States of America in August.

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Planning a journey to Michigan, the United States of America this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Michigan in August

Michigan, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. August in Michigan generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 24°C (75°F) in Mackinac Island to 28°C (82°F) in Dearborn. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Dearborn and 15°C (59°F) in Mackinac Island.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Michigan, the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Marquette with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to high rainfall in Niles with 126 mm (5 in).

Explore Michigan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Michigan — and find the best time to visit. (based on Mackinaw City)

January-3°C (27°F) February-3°C (27°F) March3°C (37°F) April9°C (48°F) May16°C (61°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October13°C (55°F) November6°C (43°F) December0°C (32°F)
Best Time to Visit Michigan →

Best Places to Visit in Michigan in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Michigan.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Michigan

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Michigan, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Michigan (August)

Precipitation variation in Michigan (August)

Mackinaw City

In August Mackinaw City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Mackinaw City →

Detroit

In August Detroit generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
319 hours
286 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Detroit →

Benton Harbor

In August Benton Harbor generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
330 hours
298 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
126 mm (5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Benton Harbor →

South Haven

In August South Haven generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
330 hours
298 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in South Haven →

Stevensville

In August Stevensville generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
330 hours
298 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Michigan in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mackinaw City 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Detroit 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Benton Harbor 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 126 mm (5 in)
South Haven 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Stevensville 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
New Buffalo 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)

Michigan weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Michigan, the United States of America in August?

August in Michigan, the United States of America brings perfect weather. In Mackinaw City, daytime temperatures are typically around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Michigan, the United States of America in August?

Average temperatures in Michigan, the United States of America during August range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 24°C (75°F) in Mackinaw City.

Does Michigan, the United States of America get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Mackinaw City averages just 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Michigan, the United States of America.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Michigan, the United States of America?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Michigan, the United States of America. Typically, the climate in Mackinaw City is perfect.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Mackinaw City. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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