August weather forecastWest Point, IA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in West Point, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 63.7°F (17.6°C) and max 82.6°F (28.1°C).Temperature
With the onset of August, a modest change to a still warm 82.6°F (28.1°C) from July's 82.9°F (28.3°C) is noted in high-temperature. During August, West Point experiences an average low-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) at night.Heat index
The heat index for August is calculated to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Exhaustion becomes probable with enduring exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Humidity
In West Point, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In West Point, in August, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.2 rainfall days, and 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In West Point, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
West Point, IA
- Average high temperature in August: 82.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).
Average pressure in August
West Point, IA
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
West Point, IA
- Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in August
West Point, IA
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
West Point, IA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").
Average rainfall days in August
West Point, IA
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
West Point, IA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
West Point, IA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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
West Point, IA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
West Point, IA
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).
Average UV index in August
West Point, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
West Point, 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).
Average visibility in August
West Point, 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).
