August weather forecast
West Burlington, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in West Burlington, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 82°F (27.8°C).

Temperature

August's average high-temperature is a still warm 82°F (27.8°C), maintaining a close comparison with July's 82.4°F (28°C). West Burlington anticipates an average minimum temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) in the month of August.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.

Humidity

In West Burlington, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In West Burlington, Iowa, in August, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Burlington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.6 days and collects up to 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in West Burlington.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 45min.
On the first day of August in West Burlington, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in West Burlington is 10.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in West Burlington is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in August translates into these instructions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in West Burlington?

During August, West Burlington experiences an average high-temperature of 82°F (27.8°C) and a low-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in West Burlington?

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in West Burlington in August?

In August, in West Burlington, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout August, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in West Burlington?

In West Burlington, snow does not fall in May through September.

How many hours of daylight does West Burlington have in August?

In August, the average day length in West Burlington is 13h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in West Burlington?

On the first day of August in West Burlington, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in West Burlington?

The average sunshine duration in August in West Burlington is 10.1h.

What is the UV index reading in August in West Burlington?

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

Average temperature in August - West Burlington, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in August
West Burlington, IA

Average pressure in August - West Burlington, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
West Burlington, IA

Average wind speed in August - West Burlington, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
West Burlington, IA

Average humidity in August - West Burlington, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in August
West Burlington, IA

Average rainfall in August - West Burlington, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in August
West Burlington, IA

Average rainfall days in August - West Burlington, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
West Burlington, IA

Average snowfall in August - West Burlington, IA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
West Burlington, IA

Average snowfall days in August - West Burlington, 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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
West Burlington, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - West Burlington, IA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
West Burlington, IA

Average sunshine days in August - West Burlington, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
West Burlington, IA

Average UV index in August - West Burlington, 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
West Burlington, IA

Average cloud cover in August - West Burlington, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
West Burlington, IA

Average visibility in August - West Burlington, 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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