August weather forecast
McDonald, KS

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in McDonald, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 87.8°F (31°C) and an average low of 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

McDonald's August showcases an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.8°F (31°C), hardly distinct from July's 91°F (32.8°C). Despite the high peak temperatures, McDonald witnesses an average nighttime cooling to a refreshing 65.1°F (18.4°C) in August.

Heat index

August's heat index is evaluated at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

In McDonald, the average relative humidity in August is 52%.

Rainfall

In McDonald, during August, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In McDonald, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.5 days and collects up to 14.49" (368mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In McDonald, Kansas, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In McDonald, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of August in McDonald, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In McDonald, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in McDonald in August?

In McDonald, 87.8°F (31°C) is the average high-temperature and 65.1°F (18.4°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in McDonald?

In August, the average relative humidity in McDonald, Kansas, is 52%.

How many days does it rain in August in McDonald?

In McDonald, during August, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in McDonald?

June through September are months without snowfall in McDonald, Kansas.

How many hours of daylight does McDonald have in August?

In McDonald, Kansas, the average day length in August is 13h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in McDonald?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does McDonald have in August?

In McDonald, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

How high is the UV index in August in McDonald?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in McDonald, Kansas, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
McDonald, KS

Average temperature in August - McDonald, KS
  • Average high temperature in August: 87.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
McDonald, KS

Average pressure in August - McDonald, KS
  • Average pressure in August: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.81"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
McDonald, KS

Average wind speed in August - McDonald, KS
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
McDonald, KS

Average humidity in August - McDonald, KS
  • Average humidity in August: 52%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (63%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (50%).

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Average rainfall in August
McDonald, KS

Average rainfall in August - McDonald, KS
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in August
McDonald, KS

Average rainfall days in August - McDonald, KS
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
McDonald, KS

Average snowfall in August - McDonald, KS
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
McDonald, KS

Average snowfall days in August - McDonald, KS
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 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
McDonald, KS

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - McDonald, KS
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
McDonald, KS

Average sunshine days in August - McDonald, KS
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
McDonald, KS

Average UV index in August - McDonald, KS
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
McDonald, KS

Average cloud cover in August - McDonald, KS
  • Average cloud cover in August: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in August
McDonald, KS

Average visibility in August - McDonald, KS
  • 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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