August weather forecastCresco, IA
August
Weather in August
As Cresco moves into August, there is slight relief from July's heat with marginally lower temperatures. Though there is still ample sunshine, August sees a decrease in the UV index. Regardless, this month is characterized by detailed climatic conditions, with rainfall averaging around 2.76" (70mm). Residents' days are filled with late summer enjoyment, often taking the opportunity to appreciate the great outdoor weather. This month also features a myriad of gusty days, which act as a precursor to the season change on the horizon.Temperature
As Cresco steps into August, the average high-temperature holds at a still moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. During August, the temperature is averaged to a low of 59.2°F (15.1°C) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 82%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout August, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.5 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Cresco, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 55min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:44 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Average temperature in August
Cresco, IA
- Average high temperature in August: 76.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 59.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).
Average pressure in August
Cresco, IA
- Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Cresco, IA
- Average wind speed in August: 7.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Cresco, IA
- Average humidity in August: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Cresco, IA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").
Average rainfall days in August
Cresco, IA
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Cresco, IA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Cresco, IA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cresco, IA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Cresco, IA
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Cresco, IA
- Average UV index in August: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Cresco, IA
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in August
Cresco, IA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and December (5mi).
