August weather forecast
Leon, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Leon, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 81.9°F (27.7°C) and 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

As Leon transitions from July to August, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C), nearly the same as the previous 83.5°F (28.6°C). In Leon, an average nighttime temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C) is expected during August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is appraised at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Constant activity during exposure could result in a state of weariness and possibly heat cramps.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Leon is 79%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout August, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Leon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.4 days and collects up to 20.24" (514mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Leon, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of August, in Leon, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Leon is 10h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Leon. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Leon?

Leon in August has an average high-temperature of 81.9°F (27.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Leon?

The average relative humidity in August in Leon is 79%.

How much does it rain in Leon in August?

In Leon, Iowa, in August, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Leon?

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

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

In Leon, Iowa, the average day length in August is 13h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Leon?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Leon, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Leon have in August?

In Leon, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Leon?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Leon is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Leon, IA

Average temperature in August - Leon, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Leon, IA

Average pressure in August - Leon, 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 (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Leon, IA

Average wind speed in August - Leon, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Leon, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Leon, IA

Average rainfall in August - Leon, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in August
Leon, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Leon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Leon, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Leon, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
Leon, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Leon, IA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Leon, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Leon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Leon, IA

Average UV index in August - Leon, 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
Leon, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Leon, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Leon, IA

Average visibility in August - Leon, 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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