August weather forecastChanhassen, MN
August
Weather in August
In August, Chanhassen experiences the last of its summer days. Locals take advantage of the continued good weather to engage in outdoor activities. Although the average high temperature slightly decreases to 78.4°F (25.8°C) and the average low to 61°F (16.1°C), the weather remains warm and pleasant. This month marks the slow transition into autumn, which brings cooler temperatures and changing colors in the environment. By the end of August, back-to-school season begins, signaling the end of summer break.Temperature
August's onset in Chanhassen, Minnesota, sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. August nights in Chanhassen experience a consistent temperature drop to a refreshing 61°F (16.1°C).Humidity
In Chanhassen, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In Chanhassen, Minnesota, during August, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. In Chanhassen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.9 days and collects up to 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Chanhassen, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Chanhassen is 14h and 1min.On the first day of August in Chanhassen, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 9.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Chanhassen, Minnesota, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Chanhassen, MN
- Average high temperature in August: 78.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 61°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Chanhassen, MN
- Average pressure in August: 29.94"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Chanhassen, MN
- Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Chanhassen, MN
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Chanhassen, MN
- Average rainfall in August: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").
Average rainfall days in August
Chanhassen, MN
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Chanhassen, MN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Chanhassen, MN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Chanhassen, MN
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Chanhassen, MN
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Chanhassen, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Chanhassen, MN
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Chanhassen, MN
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
