August weather forecast
Merrill, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Merrill, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 60.8°F (16°C) and 80.8°F (27.1°C).

Temperature

Entering August, Merrill's average high-temperature reads a still warm 80.8°F (27.1°C), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. Throughout the month of August, the nighttime temperature in Merrill, Iowa, dips to an average of 60.8°F (16°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is computed to be a hot 86°F (30°C). Prolonged exposure combined with continuous activity could lead to exhaustion, and possibly heat cramps.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Merrill is 76%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout August, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112 rainfall days, and 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Merrill, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of August in Merrill, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in August translates into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Merrill?

In Merrill, 80.8°F (27.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 60.8°F (16°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Merrill?

In August, the average relative humidity in Merrill, Iowa, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Merrill?

In Merrill, during August, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Merrill?

May through September are months without snowfall in Merrill.

How many hours of daylight does Merrill have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Merrill?

On the first day of August in Merrill, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Merrill?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Merrill?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Merrill, IA

Average temperature in August - Merrill, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.8°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Merrill, IA

Average pressure in August - Merrill, IA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Merrill, IA

Average wind speed in August - Merrill, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Merrill, IA

Average humidity in August - Merrill, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in August
Merrill, IA

Average rainfall in August - Merrill, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in August
Merrill, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Merrill, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Merrill, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Merrill, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Merrill, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Merrill, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Merrill, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Merrill, IA

Average UV index in August - Merrill, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Merrill, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in August
Merrill, IA

Average visibility in August - Merrill, 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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