August weather forecast
Pleasant Valley, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Pleasant Valley, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 80.6°F (27°C).

Temperature

Transitioning into August, Pleasant Valley experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.6°F (27°C), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. In August, the average low-temperature in Pleasant Valley records at a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C) during the nights.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 86°F (30°C). Remaining active during long-lasting exposure could cause fatigue, leading to heat cramps.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 of high significance for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Pleasant Valley, Iowa, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Pleasant Valley, in August, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pleasant Valley, there are 99.4 rainfall days, and 9.57" (243mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through August are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:35 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Pleasant Valley is 9.9h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Pleasant Valley is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Pleasant Valley?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Pleasant Valley, is 80.6°F (27°C) and the average low-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Pleasant Valley?

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How much does it rain in Pleasant Valley in August?

In August, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout August, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Pleasant Valley?

May through August are months without snowfall in Pleasant Valley, Iowa.

Does it snow in Pleasant Valley in August?

In Pleasant Valley, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Pleasant Valley have in August?

In August, the average day length in Pleasant Valley is 13h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Pleasant Valley?

On the first day of August in Pleasant Valley, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:35 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Pleasant Valley?

The average sunshine duration in August in Pleasant Valley, Iowa, is 9.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Pleasant Valley?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average temperature in August - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Pleasant Valley, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Pleasant Valley, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average humidity in August - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average rainfall in August - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in August
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average snowfall in August - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average snowfall days in August - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Pleasant Valley, 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: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average UV index in August - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average visibility in August - Pleasant Valley, 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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