August weather forecast
Minnetonka, MN

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Weather in August

The heat slightly draws back in August, with temperatures dropping a tad from the summer peak in July. The city continues to enjoy the abundance of daylight accompanied by warm temperatures, conducive for outdoor experiences. Despite the minor retreat in temperatures, the city sustains the summer atmosphere, with the sun continuing to dominate the majority of the day. The month offers an excellent time for residents and visitors alike to immerse in the joys of summer before autumn's onset.

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Minnetonka's average high-temperature at the onset of August, reaching a still warm 78.4°F (25.8°C) from July's 81.1°F (27.3°C). In the month of August, the average temperature in Minnetonka dips to a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C) during the night.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Minnetonka, during August, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 103.9 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Minnetonka.

Daylight

In Minnetonka, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Minnetonka, the average sunshine in August is 9.7h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Minnetonka is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Minnetonka in August?

In August, in Minnetonka, the average high-temperature is 78.4°F (25.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 61°F (16.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Minnetonka?

The average relative humidity in August in Minnetonka is 75%.

How many days does it rain in August in Minnetonka?

In Minnetonka, Minnesota, in August, during 12.5 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Minnetonka?

In Minnetonka, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Minnetonka have in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Minnetonka?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Minnetonka have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Minnetonka?

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

Average temperature in August - Minnetonka, 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).

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Average pressure in August
Minnetonka, MN

Average pressure in August - Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average wind speed in August - Minnetonka, 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).

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Average humidity in August
Minnetonka, MN

Average humidity in August - Minnetonka, 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Minnetonka, MN

Average rainfall in August - Minnetonka, 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").

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Average rainfall days in August
Minnetonka, MN

Average rainfall days in August - Minnetonka, 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).

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Average snowfall in August
Minnetonka, MN

Average snowfall in August - Minnetonka, 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").

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Average snowfall days in August
Minnetonka, MN

Average snowfall days in August - Minnetonka, 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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Minnetonka, MN

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Minnetonka, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Minnetonka, MN

Average sunshine days in August - Minnetonka, 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).

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Average UV index in August
Minnetonka, MN

Average UV index in August - Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average cloud cover in August - Minnetonka, 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).

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Average visibility in August
Minnetonka, MN

Average visibility in August - Minnetonka, 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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