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
August's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still warm 81.1°F (27.3°C), diverging marginally from July's 81.7°F (27.6°C). In August, Riverside encounters an average low-temperature of 63°F (17.2°C) during the night.Heat index
August's mean heat index is calculated to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 79%.Rainfall
In Riverside, Iowa, in August, during 14 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Riverside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.7 days and collects up to 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Riverside.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:40 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Riverside, Iowa, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Riverside, IA
- Average high temperature in August: 81.1°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 (28.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63°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 (16.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Riverside, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Riverside, 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
Riverside, IA
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Riverside, IA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").
Average rainfall days in August
Riverside, IA
- Average rainfall days in August: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Riverside, IA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Riverside, IA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Riverside, 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 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Riverside, IA
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Riverside, IA
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Riverside, IA
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Riverside, 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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