August weather forecast
Elma, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Elma, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 77.4°F (25.2°C) and min 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Temperature

With the transition into August, Elma notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 77.4°F (25.2°C), closely resembling July. In August, Elma records an average nighttime temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Humidity

In Elma, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout August, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98 days and collects up to 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Elma, Iowa, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 54min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Elma, Iowa, is 9.7h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during August translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Elma in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Elma, Iowa, are 77.4°F (25.2°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Elma?

In August, the average relative humidity in Elma, Iowa, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in August in Elma?

In Elma, Iowa, during August, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Elma?

In Elma, Iowa, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Elma?

The average day length in August in Elma is 13h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Elma?

On the first day of August in Elma, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Elma?

The average sunshine duration in August in Elma is 9.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Elma?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Elma is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Elma, IA

Average temperature in August - Elma, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
Elma, IA

Average pressure in August - Elma, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Elma, IA

Average wind speed in August - Elma, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Elma, IA

Average humidity in August - Elma, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Elma, IA

Average rainfall in August - Elma, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in August
Elma, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Elma, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Elma, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Elma, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Elma, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Elma, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Elma, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Elma, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Elma, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Elma, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in August
Elma, IA

Average visibility in August - Elma, IA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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