August weather forecast
Plattsburg, MO

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Plattsburg, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 83.5°F (28.6°C) and min 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

Plattsburg, Missouri, records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.5°F (28.6°C) in August, maintaining a close correlation with July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). In Plattsburg, the August nights cool down to an average low of 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August is computed to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Plattsburg, Missouri, is 79%.

Rainfall

In Plattsburg, in August, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Plattsburg, there are 133.9 rainfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Plattsburg.

Daylight

In Plattsburg, Missouri, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of August in Plattsburg, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Plattsburg, Missouri, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Plattsburg. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun 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

Is it hot in Plattsburg during August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Plattsburg, is 83.5°F (28.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Plattsburg?

The average relative humidity in August in Plattsburg, Missouri, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Plattsburg?

In August, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout August, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Plattsburg?

June through September are months without snowfall in Plattsburg.

How many hours of daylight does Plattsburg have in August?

In August, the average day length in Plattsburg, Missouri, is 13h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Plattsburg?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Plattsburg, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Plattsburg?

The average sunshine duration in August in Plattsburg is 9.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Plattsburg?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Plattsburg.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Plattsburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Plattsburg, MO

Average temperature in August - Plattsburg, MO
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Plattsburg, MO

Average pressure in August - Plattsburg, 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 (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Plattsburg, MO

Average wind speed in August - Plattsburg, MO
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Plattsburg, MO

Average humidity in August - Plattsburg, MO
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

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

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Average rainfall in August
Plattsburg, MO

Average rainfall in August - Plattsburg, MO
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in August
Plattsburg, MO

Average rainfall days in August - Plattsburg, MO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Plattsburg, MO

Average snowfall in August - Plattsburg, MO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Plattsburg, MO

Average snowfall days in August - Plattsburg, MO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (6.5 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
Plattsburg, MO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • 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: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Plattsburg, MO

Average sunshine days in August - Plattsburg, MO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Plattsburg, MO

Average UV index in August - Plattsburg, MO
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Plattsburg, MO

Average cloud cover in August - Plattsburg, MO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Plattsburg, MO

Average visibility in August - Plattsburg, 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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