Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
Balfour registers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.4°F (28°C) at the commencement of August, closely related to the preceding month. In Balfour, August nights cool down to an average of 63.1°F (17.3°C).Heat index
August's average heat index is appraised at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Long-lasting exposure and activity potentially induce a sense of weariness, with the risk of heat cramps.In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Balfour is 78%.Rainfall
In Balfour, during August, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Balfour, Iowa, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Balfour, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Balfour is 13h and 46min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Balfour, Iowa, the average sunshine in August is 9.8h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Balfour, IA
- Average high temperature in August: 82.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Balfour, 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 (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Balfour, IA
- Average wind speed in August: 7.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Balfour, IA
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in August
Balfour, IA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.83").
Average rainfall days in August
Balfour, IA
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Balfour, IA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Balfour, IA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Balfour, IA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Balfour, IA
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Balfour, IA
- 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Balfour, IA
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Balfour, 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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