August weather forecast
Fontanelle, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Fontanelle, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.8°F (27.1°C) and an average low of 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

Fontanelle's weather in August displays an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.8°F (27.1°C), showing minor disparity from July's 82.4°F (28°C). An average low-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C) marks the month of August in Fontanelle.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is appraised at a tropical 86°F (30°C). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Fontanelle, Iowa, is 79%.

Rainfall

In Fontanelle, in August, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fontanelle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.2 days and collects up to 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Fontanelle, Iowa.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Fontanelle?

Fontanelle in August has an average high-temperature of 80.8°F (27.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Fontanelle?

In August, the average relative humidity in Fontanelle, Iowa, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Fontanelle?

In Fontanelle, in August, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Fontanelle?

June through September are months without snowfall.

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

The average day length in August in Fontanelle, Iowa, is 13h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Fontanelle?

On the first day of August in Fontanelle, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Fontanelle?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Fontanelle?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Fontanelle.

What is the UV index reading in August in Fontanelle?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Fontanelle, Iowa, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Fontanelle, IA

Average temperature in August - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Fontanelle, IA

Average pressure in August - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Fontanelle, IA

Average wind speed in August - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in August
Fontanelle, IA

Average humidity in August - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in August
Fontanelle, IA

Average rainfall in August - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in August
Fontanelle, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Fontanelle, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Fontanelle, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Fontanelle, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fontanelle, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Fontanelle, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Fontanelle, IA

Average UV index in August - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Fontanelle, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Fontanelle, IA

Average visibility in August - Fontanelle, 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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