August weather forecast
Salix, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Salix, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 81.9°F (27.7°C) and min 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

The commencement of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C), marking an inconsequential divergence from July. The average temperature during August nights is registered at a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is computed to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Prolonged exposure combined with continuous activity could lead to exhaustion, and possibly heat cramps.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. 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 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. 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

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout August, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 102.3 rainfall days, and 12.91" (328mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Salix, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of August in Salix, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Salix, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

In Salix, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during August translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Salix in August?

In Salix, 81.9°F (27.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 61.5°F (16.4°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Salix?

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Salix in August?

In Salix, Iowa, in August, during 11.7 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Salix?

In Salix, Iowa, snow does not fall in May through September.

How many hours of daylight does Salix have in August?

The average day length in August in Salix is 13h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Salix?

On the first day of August in Salix, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Salix?

In Salix, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

How high is the UV index in August in Salix?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Salix, IA

Average temperature in August - Salix, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.5°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 (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Salix, IA

Average pressure in August - Salix, IA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Salix, IA

Average wind speed in August - Salix, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Salix, IA

Average humidity in August - Salix, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

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Average rainfall in August
Salix, IA

Average rainfall in August - Salix, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in August
Salix, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Salix, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Salix, IA

Average snowfall in August - Salix, IA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Salix, IA

Average snowfall days in August - Salix, IA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Salix, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Salix, IA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Salix, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Salix, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Salix, IA

Average UV index in August - Salix, IA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Salix, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Salix, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in August
Salix, IA

Average visibility in August - Salix, 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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