August weather forecastWestfield, IA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Westfield, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 81.9°F (27.7°C) and 61.2°F (16.2°C).Temperature
Westfield's weather in August indicates an average high-temperature of a still warm 81.9°F (27.7°C), nearly consistent with the 83.3°F (28.5°C) of July. During August, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 61.2°F (16.2°C) at night.Heat index
In August, the heat index is estimated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Humidity
In Westfield, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In Westfield, during August, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.3 rainfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Westfield, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 52min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:46 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Westfield, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.UV index
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: A maximum high UV index of 5 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Westfield, IA
- Average high temperature in August: 81.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 61.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Westfield, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Westfield, IA
- Average wind speed in August: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Westfield, IA
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).
Average rainfall in August
Westfield, IA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").
Average rainfall days in August
Westfield, IA
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Westfield, IA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Westfield, IA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Westfield, IA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 54min
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 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Westfield, IA
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Westfield, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Westfield, IA
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Westfield, 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).
