August weather forecast
Grinnell, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Grinnell, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

Welcoming August, Grinnell notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C), nearly consistent with July's 81.1°F (27.3°C). Throughout August, the average low-temperature in Grinnell dips to a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Grinnell, during August, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Grinnell, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.5 days and collects up to 13.03" (331mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Grinnell, Iowa, is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Grinnell is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Grinnell in August?

The high-temperature in Grinnell, Iowa, during August is 80.2°F (26.8°C) and the low-temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Grinnell?

The average relative humidity in August in Grinnell is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August in Grinnell?

In Grinnell, Iowa, in August, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Grinnell?

In Grinnell, snow does not fall in June through September.

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

In August, the average day length in Grinnell is 13h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Grinnell?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Grinnell?

The average sunshine duration in August in Grinnell, Iowa, is 9.9h.

How high is the UV index in August in Grinnell?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Grinnell, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Grinnell, IA

Average temperature in August - Grinnell, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Grinnell, IA

Average pressure in August - Grinnell, IA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Grinnell, IA

Average wind speed in August - Grinnell, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Grinnell, IA

Average humidity in August - Grinnell, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Grinnell, IA

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in August
Grinnell, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Grinnell, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Grinnell, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Grinnell, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 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
Grinnell, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Grinnell, IA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

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 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Grinnell, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Grinnell, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Grinnell, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Grinnell, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Grinnell, IA

Average visibility in August - Grinnell, IA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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