August weather forecastBenson, MN
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Benson, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 59°F (15°C).Temperature
With the onset of August, the average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C), closely aligned with July's 80.2°F (26.8°C). In Benson, the average low-temperature during the month of August is a moderate 59°F (15°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
In Benson, in August, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Benson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.8 days and collects up to 20.47" (520mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Benson, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In Benson, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Benson is 10h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in August leads to these guidelines:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Benson, MN
- Average high temperature in August: 79.3°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 (18.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 59°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Benson, MN
- Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Benson, MN
- Average wind speed in August: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Benson, MN
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).
Average rainfall in August
Benson, MN
- Average rainfall in August: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").
Average rainfall days in August
Benson, MN
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Benson, MN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Benson, MN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Benson, MN
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Benson, MN
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Benson, MN
- 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 December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Benson, MN
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Benson, MN
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
