August weather forecastFort Dodge, IA
August
Weather in August
In August, Fort Dodge residents continue to enjoy long, sunny days. Despite a slight dip in temperature from July, the weather largely remains hot and summer-like. Time spent outdoors requires sun protection to mitigate the potentially harmful effects of the high UV index. Although temperatures remain high, the anticipation of a cooler climate becomes apparent as the days gradually grow shorter. By the end of the month, the city starts transitioning into the characteristic coolness of fall.Temperature
August experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79°F (26.1°C), barely different from July's 80.8°F (27.1°C). Fort Dodge's nights in August experience an average temperature drop to a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C).Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In Fort Dodge, in August, during 14 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Dodge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.9 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Fort Dodge, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In Fort Dodge, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 51min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 9.5h.UV index
In Fort Dodge, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average high temperature in August: 79°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 61°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average wind speed in August: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average humidity in August: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in August
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average rainfall days in August: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 54min
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 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Fort Dodge, IA
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
