August weather forecast
Independence, MN

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Independence, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 78.3°F (25.7°C) and min 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into August shows a subtle variation to a still moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C) from July's 80.2°F (26.8°C) in the average high-temperature. Independence experiences an average nighttime temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) in the month of August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Independence, Minnesota, in August, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Independence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.6 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Independence.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

In Independence, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in August transforms into this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Independence?

During August, Independence experiences an average high-temperature of 78.3°F (25.7°C) and a low-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Independence?

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Independence?

In Independence, in August, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Independence?

In Independence, Minnesota, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Independence have in August?

In Independence, Minnesota, the average day length in August is 14h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Independence?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Independence, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Independence have in August?

In Independence, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Independence?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Independence, MN

Average temperature in August - Independence, MN
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.3°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 (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Independence, MN

Average pressure in August - Independence, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Independence, MN

Average wind speed in August - Independence, MN
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Independence, MN

Average humidity in August - Independence, MN
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Independence, MN

Average rainfall in August - Independence, MN
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in August
Independence, MN

Average rainfall days in August - Independence, MN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Independence, MN

Average snowfall in August - Independence, MN
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Independence, MN

Average snowfall days in August - Independence, MN
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 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
Independence, MN

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Independence, 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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Independence, MN

Average sunshine days in August - Independence, MN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Independence, MN

Average UV index in August - Independence, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Independence, MN

Average cloud cover in August - Independence, MN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Independence, MN

Average visibility in August - Independence, 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).

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