August weather forecast
Milton, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Milton, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.5°F (17.5°C) and 82.2°F (27.9°C).

Temperature

Milton's August showcases an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.2°F (27.9°C), hardly distinct from July's 83.1°F (28.4°C). Throughout the month of August, Milton reports a steady low-temperature average of 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Continuous exposure and activity could induce a sense of tiredness and subsequently, heat cramps.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Milton, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In Milton, in August, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Milton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.4 days and collects up to 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Milton.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Milton, Iowa, is 10.1h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Milton, Iowa. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Milton?

August temperatures in Milton vary between a high-temperature of 82.2°F (27.9°C) and a low-temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Milton?

The average relative humidity in August in Milton is 78%.

How much does it rain in Milton in August?

In Milton, in August, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Milton?

May through September are months without snowfall.

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

The average day length in August in Milton is 13h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Milton?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Milton have in August?

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

What is the month with the highest UV index in Milton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Milton?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Milton, IA

Average temperature in August - Milton, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
Milton, IA

Average pressure in August - Milton, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Milton, IA

Average wind speed in August - Milton, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Milton, IA

Average humidity in August - Milton, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

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
Milton, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in August
Milton, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Milton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Milton, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Milton, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Milton, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Milton, 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 1min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Milton, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Milton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
Milton, IA

Average UV index in August - Milton, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Milton, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Milton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Milton, IA

Average visibility in August - Milton, 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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