August weather forecast
Moscow, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Moscow, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 80.4°F (26.9°C) and min 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

Moscow experiences a transition to a still moderately hot 80.4°F (26.9°C) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of August, not greatly differing from July's 81°F (27.2°C). Moscow in August experiences a low-temperature average of 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Humidity

In Moscow, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In Moscow, in August, during 12.3 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.1 rainfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Moscow, Iowa.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Moscow, Iowa, is 13h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Moscow is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Moscow is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in August leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Moscow in August?

In Moscow, 80.4°F (26.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 62.4°F (16.9°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Moscow?

In August, the average relative humidity in Moscow, Iowa, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August in Moscow?

In Moscow, Iowa, during August, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Moscow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Moscow have in August?

The average day length in August in Moscow is 13h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Moscow?

On the first day of August in Moscow, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Moscow have in August?

In Moscow, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Moscow?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Moscow is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Moscow, IA

Average temperature in August - Moscow, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Moscow, IA

Average pressure in August - Moscow, 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
Moscow, IA

Average wind speed in August - Moscow, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Moscow, IA

Average humidity in August - Moscow, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Moscow, IA

Average rainfall in August - Moscow, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in August
Moscow, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Moscow, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Moscow, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Moscow, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 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
Moscow, IA

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

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Moscow, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Moscow, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Moscow, IA

Average UV index in August - Moscow, IA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Moscow, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Moscow, IA

Average visibility in August - Moscow, IA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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