Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
Mount Pleasant, Iowa, indicates an average high-temperature of a still warm 81.7°F (27.6°C) in August, showing minor variation from July's 82.4°F (28°C). In August, Mount Pleasant records an average nighttime temperature of 63.3°F (17.4°C).Heat index
August's average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Mount Pleasant is 79%.Rainfall
In Mount Pleasant, during August, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Mount Pleasant, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.1 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Mount Pleasant is 13h and 46min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Mount Pleasant is 9.9h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Mount Pleasant, IA
- Average high temperature in August: 81.7°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 (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Mount Pleasant, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Mount Pleasant, IA
- Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Mount Pleasant, 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 (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Mount Pleasant, IA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").
Average rainfall days in August
Mount Pleasant, IA
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Mount Pleasant, IA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Mount Pleasant, IA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mount Pleasant, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Mount Pleasant, IA
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Mount Pleasant, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Mount Pleasant, IA
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Mount Pleasant, 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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