August weather forecastHoughton, IA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Houghton, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 82.6°F (28.1°C) and an average low of 63.7°F (17.6°C).Temperature
Houghton indicates an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.6°F (28.1°C) in August, showing minor variation from July's 82.9°F (28.3°C). Houghton records an average temperature drop to a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C) in August.Heat index
The average heat index in August is calculated to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In August, in Houghton, Iowa, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout August, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.2 rainfall days, and 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Houghton.Daylight
In Houghton, Iowa, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 45min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of August, in Houghton, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Houghton, Iowa, the average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Houghton, IA
- Average high temperature in August: 82.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Houghton, 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 (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Houghton, IA
- Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Houghton, IA
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Houghton, IA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").
Average rainfall days in August
Houghton, IA
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Houghton, IA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Houghton, IA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Houghton, IA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min
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: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Houghton, IA
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Houghton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Houghton, IA
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Houghton, 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).
