August weather forecast
Nelson, MN

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Nelson, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.7°F (14.3°C) and max 78.1°F (25.6°C).

Temperature

Nelson's weather in August indicates an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C), nearly consistent with the 79.5°F (26.4°C) of July. Nelson's average low-temperature for the month of August records at a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Humidity

In Nelson, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Nelson, during August, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 111.2 rainfall days, and 20.87" (530mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Nelson, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Nelson is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Nelson is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in August transforms into this advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Nelson?

The high-temperature in Nelson during August is 78.1°F (25.6°C) and the low-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Nelson?

In August, the average relative humidity in Nelson, Minnesota, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August in Nelson?

In Nelson, during August, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Nelson?

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

What is the average length of the day in August in Nelson?

In Nelson, the average day length in August is 14h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Nelson?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Nelson, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Nelson?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Nelson?

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

Average temperature in August - Nelson, MN
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Nelson, MN

Average pressure in August - Nelson, MN
  • Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Nelson, MN

Average wind speed in August - Nelson, MN
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Nelson, MN

Average humidity in August - Nelson, MN
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

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Average rainfall in August
Nelson, MN

Average rainfall in August - Nelson, MN
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in August
Nelson, MN

Average rainfall days in August - Nelson, MN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Nelson, MN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Nelson, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 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
Nelson, MN

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Nelson, MN
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Nelson, MN

Average sunshine days in August - Nelson, MN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Nelson, MN

Average UV index in August - Nelson, MN
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Nelson, MN

Average cloud cover in August - Nelson, MN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Nelson, MN

Average visibility in August - Nelson, 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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