August weather forecastElkhorn, NE
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Elkhorn, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 82.9°F (28.3°C) and min 63.1°F (17.3°C).Temperature
As August takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. An average low-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C) is noted during the nights in August.Heat index
The heat index for August is calculated to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Persisting in activity during exposure could lead to weariness and subsequently to heat cramps.When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Elkhorn, during August, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Elkhorn, there are 115.6 rainfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 47min.On the first day of August in Elkhorn, Nebraska, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Elkhorn, NE
- Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Elkhorn, 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 (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Elkhorn, NE
- Average wind speed in August: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).
Average humidity in August
Elkhorn, NE
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).
Average rainfall in August
Elkhorn, NE
- Average rainfall in August: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in August
Elkhorn, NE
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Elkhorn, NE
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Elkhorn, NE
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Elkhorn, NE
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Elkhorn, NE
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Elkhorn, NE
- 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Elkhorn, NE
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Elkhorn, 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).
