United StatesThe weather in August in Madison
It's warm in August in Madison with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 20°C.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Madison. 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 Madison, Wisconsin. 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 36°C in 2023, Madison reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 196 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in August for Madison
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Madison. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Madison | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 14°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 196 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 16 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Madison with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 28°C, with nights around 18°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Madison is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°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 3 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 Madison, Wisconsin. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Madison
Temperature in August in Madison over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Madison, Wisconsin. 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 Madison
Total precipitation in August in Madison over the years
Daily UV index in August in Madison
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Madison, 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 Madison by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Madison. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.