United StatesThe weather in August in Detroit
It's warm in August in Detroit with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 20°C.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Detroit. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Detroit, Michigan. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2016, Detroit reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 114 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Detroit
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Detroit. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Detroit | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 17°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 114 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 14 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Detroit with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 19°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 28°C, with nights around 19°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Detroit is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Detroit, Michigan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Detroit
Temperature in August in Detroit over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Detroit, Michigan. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Detroit
Total precipitation in August in Detroit over the years
Daily UV index in August in Detroit
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Detroit, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Detroit by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Detroit. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.