August weather forecast
Middletown, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Middletown, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 82°F (27.8°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Temperature

The advent of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82°F (27.8°C), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. Middletown anticipates an average minimum temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) in the month of August.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Middletown, in August, during 12.8 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.6 rainfall days, and 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Middletown, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Middletown is 10.1h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Middletown is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Middletown?

The high-temperature, in August, in Middletown, records 82°F (27.8°C), while the low-temperature is 63.7°F (17.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Middletown?

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

How many days does it rain in August in Middletown?

In Middletown, in August, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Middletown?

May through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Middletown have in August?

In August, the average day length in Middletown is 13h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Middletown?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Middletown?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Middletown is 10.1h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Middletown?

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

Average temperature in August - Middletown, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in August
Middletown, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Middletown, IA

Average wind speed in August - Middletown, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Middletown, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in August
Middletown, IA

Average rainfall in August - Middletown, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in August
Middletown, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Middletown, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Middletown, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Middletown, IA

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

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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Middletown, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Middletown, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Middletown, IA

Average UV index in August - Middletown, 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
Middletown, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Middletown, 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).

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Average visibility in August
Middletown, IA

Average visibility in August - Middletown, 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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