August weather forecastMinneapolis, MN
August
Weather in August
August experiences a slight cool down from July’s peak summer temperatures in Minneapolis, Minnesota. However, the month primarily maintains the summer spirit, promising plenty of sun-lit days. It records a slight reverberation in wind speed, stirring a refreshing change in the overall weather. The second half of August announces the approaching fall season with somewhat cooler nights. The steady rainfall through the month serves to balance the sunny, hot days.Temperature
Minneapolis, Minnesota, greets August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Throughout August, an average nighttime temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) is experienced.Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is 74%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout August, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, there are 92.6 rainfall days, and 8.94" (227mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Minneapolis, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 1min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Minneapolis, Minnesota, the average sunshine in August is 9.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Minneapolis is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in August leads to these guidelines:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Minneapolis, MN
- Average high temperature in August: 78.8°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 (20.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 61.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Minneapolis, 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
Minneapolis, MN
- Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Minneapolis, MN
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Minneapolis, MN
- Average rainfall in August: 0.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").
Average rainfall days in August
Minneapolis, MN
- Average rainfall days in August: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Minneapolis, MN
- 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").
Average snowfall days in August
Minneapolis, MN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Minneapolis, 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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Minneapolis, MN
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Minneapolis, 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
Minneapolis, 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
Minneapolis, 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).
