August weather forecast
Garden City, MO

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Garden City, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between min 66°F (18.9°C) and max 84.7°F (29.3°C).

Temperature

Garden City observes an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.7°F (29.3°C) in August, barely different from 86.5°F (30.3°C) in July. In August, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 66°F (18.9°C).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is appraised at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Garden City is 77%.

Rainfall

In Garden City, during August, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Garden City, there are 129.2 rainfall days, and 22.2" (564mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Garden City is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Garden City in August?

In August, in Garden City, the average high-temperature is 84.7°F (29.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 66°F (18.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Garden City?

The average relative humidity in August in Garden City, Missouri, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Garden City in August?

In Garden City, in August, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Garden City?

In Garden City, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Garden City?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Garden City?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Garden City?

In Garden City, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Garden City?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Garden City?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Garden City is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Garden City, MO

Average temperature in August - Garden City, MO
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 66°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Garden City, MO

Average pressure in August - Garden City, MO
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Garden City, MO

Average wind speed in August - Garden City, MO
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Garden City, MO

Average humidity in August - Garden City, MO
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Garden City, MO

Average rainfall in August - Garden City, MO
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in August
Garden City, MO

Average rainfall days in August - Garden City, MO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Garden City, MO

Average snowfall in August - Garden City, MO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Garden City, MO

Average snowfall days in August - Garden City, MO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 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
Garden City, MO

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Garden City, MO
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Garden City, MO

Average sunshine days in August - Garden City, MO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13 days).

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Average UV index in August
Garden City, MO

Average UV index in August - Garden City, MO
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Garden City, MO

Average cloud cover in August - Garden City, MO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in August
Garden City, MO

Average visibility in August - Garden City, MO
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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