August weather forecastPleasant Plain, IA
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Pleasant Plain, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 63.3°F (17.4°C) and max 81.5°F (27.5°C).Temperature
The commencement of August introduces an average high-temperature of a still warm 81.5°F (27.5°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. August nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 63.3°F (17.4°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). If exposure and activity are sustained, they might cause a feeling of weariness, resulting in heat cramps.Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 79%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout August, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.6 rainfall days, and 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Pleasant Plain.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Pleasant Plain, Iowa, is 13h and 46min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Pleasant Plain, the average sunshine in August is 9.8h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Pleasant Plain, IA
- Average high temperature in August: 81.5°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 (29.1°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 (16.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Pleasant Plain, 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
Pleasant Plain, 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).
Average humidity in August
Pleasant Plain, IA
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Pleasant Plain, IA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.18").
Average rainfall days in August
Pleasant Plain, IA
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Pleasant Plain, IA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Pleasant Plain, IA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Pleasant Plain, IA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 48min
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 48min
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 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Pleasant Plain, IA
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in August
Pleasant Plain, 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
Pleasant Plain, IA
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Pleasant Plain, 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).
