August weather forecast
Griswold, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Griswold, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 62.2°F (16.8°C) and 81.1°F (27.3°C).

Temperature

Griswold, Iowa, commences August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 81.1°F (27.3°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Griswold registers a consistent average low-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C) during August.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is computed to be a hot 86°F (30°C). Ongoing exposure and activity could lead to a state of exhaustion, with a chance of heat cramps.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Griswold, in August, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Griswold, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.7 days and collects up to 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Griswold is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of August, in Griswold, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Griswold are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Griswold in August?

In Griswold, in August, the average high-temperature is 81.1°F (27.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Griswold?

The average relative humidity in August in Griswold, Iowa, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Griswold in August?

In Griswold, Iowa, in August, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Griswold?

June through September are months without snowfall.

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

In Griswold, the average day length in August is 13h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Griswold?

On the first day of August in Griswold, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Griswold?

In Griswold, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Griswold?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Griswold?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Griswold is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Griswold, IA

Average temperature in August - Griswold, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°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 (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Griswold, IA

Average pressure in August - Griswold, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Griswold, IA

Average wind speed in August - Griswold, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in August
Griswold, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in August
Griswold, IA

Average rainfall in August - Griswold, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in August
Griswold, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Griswold, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Griswold, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Griswold, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Griswold, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Griswold, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Griswold, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Griswold, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Griswold, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Griswold, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Griswold, IA

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

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

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