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
Prairie City notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.8°F (27.1°C) in August, hardly diverging from July. During August, Prairie City witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 86°F (30°C). If one stays active during extended exposure, it might induce fatigue and result in heat cramps.Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 80%.Rainfall
In Prairie City, in August, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Prairie City, there are 104.4 rainfall days, and 10.71" (272mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Prairie City, Iowa, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Prairie City, Iowa, is 13h and 48min.On the first day of August in Prairie City, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Prairie City, Iowa, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. 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 in August translates into this advice:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Prairie City in August?
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How much does it rain in Prairie City in August?
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How many hours of daylight does Prairie City have in August?
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What are the months with the highest UV index in Prairie City?
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Average temperature in August
Prairie City, IA
- Average high temperature in August: 80.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Prairie City, IA
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Prairie City, IA
- Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Prairie City, IA
- Average humidity in August: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Prairie City, IA
- Average rainfall in August: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").
Average rainfall days in August
Prairie City, IA
- Average rainfall days in August: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Prairie City, IA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Prairie City, IA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Prairie City, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Prairie City, IA
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Prairie City, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Prairie City, IA
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Prairie City, IA
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
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