August weather forecast
Dawson, NE

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Dawson, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 84.2°F (29°C) and an average low of 64.4°F (18°C).

Temperature

The advent of August denotes an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C), subtly different from July's 86°F (30°C). An average temperature of 64.4°F (18°C) marks the nights in August.

Heat index

August's average heat index is appraised at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

January, June through August, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Dawson.

Rainfall

In Dawson, Nebraska, in August, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dawson, there are 120.1 rainfall days, and 22.8" (579mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Dawson, Nebraska, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Dawson is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Dawson. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Dawson in August?

The high-temperature during August is 84.2°F (29°C) and the low-temperature is 64.4°F (18°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Dawson?

The months with the highest humidity in Dawson, Nebraska, are January, June through August, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in August in Dawson?

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Dawson?

In Dawson, in August, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Dawson?

In Dawson, snow does not fall in May through September.

How many hours of daylight does Dawson have in August?

In Dawson, Nebraska, the average day length in August is 13h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Dawson?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dawson, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Dawson?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Dawson is 10.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Dawson?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Dawson?

In Dawson, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Dawson, NE

Average temperature in August - Dawson, NE
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.4°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 (19.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Dawson, NE

Average pressure in August - Dawson, NE
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
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Average wind speed in August - Dawson, NE
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Dawson, NE

Average humidity in August - Dawson, NE
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, June, July and August (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in August
Dawson, NE

Average rainfall in August - Dawson, NE
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in August
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Average rainfall days in August - Dawson, NE
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Dawson, NE

Average snowfall in August - Dawson, NE
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

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

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Average snowfall days in August
Dawson, NE

Average snowfall days in August - Dawson, NE
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dawson, NE

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Dawson, NE
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
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Average sunshine days in August - Dawson, NE
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

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Average UV index in August
Dawson, NE

Average UV index in August - Dawson, NE
  • 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
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Average cloud cover in August - Dawson, NE
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in August
Dawson, NE

Average visibility in August - Dawson, NE
  • 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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