August weather forecast
Alton, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Alton, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

Alton's entry into August measures an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C), closely parallel to the preceding month. Throughout August, Alton experiences a low-temperature average of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

In Alton, Iowa, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In Alton, in August, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 124 rainfall days, and 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Alton, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Alton, Iowa, is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Alton, Iowa, is 9.6h.

UV index

In Alton, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in August translates into these instructions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Alton in August?

During August, Alton experiences an average high-temperature of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and a low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Alton?

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in Alton in August?

In Alton, Iowa, in August, during 13.4 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Alton?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Alton have in August?

In Alton, the average day length in August is 13h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Alton?

On the first day of August in Alton, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alton have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Alton is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Alton?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Alton, IA

Average temperature in August - Alton, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Alton, IA

Average pressure in August - Alton, IA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Alton, IA

Average wind speed in August - Alton, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Alton, IA

Average humidity in August - Alton, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in August
Alton, IA

Average rainfall in August - Alton, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in August
Alton, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Alton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Alton, IA

Average snowfall in August - Alton, IA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Alton, IA

Average snowfall days in August - Alton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Alton, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Alton, IA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Alton, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Alton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Alton, IA

Average UV index in August - Alton, IA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Alton, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Alton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Alton, IA

Average visibility in August - Alton, IA
  • 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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