August weather forecast
Lowry, SD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Lowry, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 83.8°F (28.8°C) and min 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

With the transition into August, Lowry notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C), closely resembling July. Lowry in August experiences a low-temperature average of 63°F (17.2°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is evaluated at a tropical 86°F (30°C). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 56%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Lowry, South Dakota, in August, during 11.3 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.8 rainfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 9:07 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

In Lowry, in August, the average high-temperature is 83.8°F (28.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 63°F (17.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the least humid months?

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 56%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Lowry, the average relative humidity in August is 56%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Lowry, in August, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Lowry have in August?

The average day length in August is 14h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 9:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lowry have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.7h.

When is the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Lowry, SD

Average temperature in August - Lowry, SD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Lowry, SD

Average pressure in August - Lowry, SD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.9"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Lowry, SD

Average wind speed in August - Lowry, SD
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Lowry, SD

Average humidity in August - Lowry, SD
  • Average humidity in August: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

Average rainfall in August
Lowry, SD

Average rainfall in August - Lowry, SD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in August
Lowry, SD

Average rainfall days in August - Lowry, SD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Lowry, SD

Average snowfall in August - Lowry, SD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Lowry, SD

Average snowfall days in August - Lowry, SD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Lowry, SD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Lowry, SD
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Lowry, SD

Average sunshine days in August - Lowry, SD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Lowry, SD

Average UV index in August - Lowry, SD
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Lowry, SD

Average cloud cover in August - Lowry, SD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in August
Lowry, SD

Average visibility in August - Lowry, SD
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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