August weather forecast
Spirit Lake, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Spirit Lake, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 78.3°F (25.7°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Temperature

Welcoming August, Spirit Lake notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 78.3°F (25.7°C), nearly consistent with July's 80.2°F (26.8°C). During August nights, Spirit Lake records an average temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Humidity

In Spirit Lake, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Spirit Lake, Iowa, during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. In Spirit Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.6 days and collects up to 24.37" (619mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Spirit Lake, Iowa, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Spirit Lake, Iowa, is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of August in Spirit Lake, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Spirit Lake, the average sunshine in August is 9.5h.

UV index

In Spirit Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Spirit Lake?

Spirit Lake in August has an average high-temperature of 78.3°F (25.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Spirit Lake?

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Spirit Lake?

In August, in Spirit Lake, Iowa, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout August, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Spirit Lake?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Spirit Lake have in August?

The average day length in August in Spirit Lake, Iowa, is 13h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Spirit Lake?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Spirit Lake have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Spirit Lake, Iowa, is 9.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Spirit Lake?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Spirit Lake, IA

Average temperature in August - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Spirit Lake, IA

Average pressure in August - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Spirit Lake, IA

Average wind speed in August - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Spirit Lake, IA

Average humidity in August - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in August
Spirit Lake, IA

Average rainfall in August - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in August
Spirit Lake, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Spirit Lake, IA

Average snowfall in August - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Spirit Lake, IA

Average snowfall days in August - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Spirit Lake, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Spirit Lake, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Spirit Lake, IA

Average UV index in August - Spirit Lake, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Spirit Lake, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Spirit Lake, IA

Average visibility in August - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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