August weather forecastCastana, IA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Castana, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 82°F (27.8°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C).Temperature
Castana, Iowa, experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 82°F (27.8°C) with the onset of August, subtly varied from July's 83.8°F (28.8°C). Castana's August nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C).Heat index
August's mean heat index is calculated to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Castana, in August, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Castana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.6 days and collects up to 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Castana, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 6 during August leads to these advisories:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Castana, IA
- Average high temperature in August: 82°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 61.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Castana, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Castana, IA
- Average wind speed in August: 7.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Castana, IA
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (66%).
Average rainfall in August
Castana, IA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in August
Castana, IA
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Castana, IA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Castana, IA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Castana, IA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Castana, IA
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).
Average UV index in August
Castana, 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 February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Castana, IA
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Castana, IA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
