August weather forecast
Harvard, NE

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Harvard, Nebraska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 85.3°F (29.6°C) and 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

The advent of August presents an average high-temperature of a warm 85.3°F (29.6°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Despite the hot August days, Harvard's nights see an average temperature plunge to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is computed to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Harvard, during August, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Harvard, Nebraska, there are 118.6 rainfall days, and 22.05" (560mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Harvard, Nebraska, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Harvard, Nebraska, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Harvard during August?

In August, in Harvard, the average high-temperature is 85.3°F (29.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 63.1°F (17.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Harvard?

In August, the average relative humidity in Harvard is 70%.

How much does it rain in Harvard in August?

In Harvard, in August, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Harvard?

In Harvard, Nebraska, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Harvard have in August?

In Harvard, Nebraska, the average day length in August is 13h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Harvard?

On the first day of August in Harvard, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Harvard have in August?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Harvard?

In Harvard, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index 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
Harvard, NE

Average temperature in August - Harvard, NE
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Harvard, NE

Average pressure in August - Harvard, NE
  • Average pressure in August: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Harvard, NE

Average wind speed in August - Harvard, NE
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in August
Harvard, NE

Average humidity in August - Harvard, NE
  • Average humidity in August: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

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Average rainfall in August
Harvard, NE

Average rainfall in August - Harvard, NE
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in August
Harvard, NE

Average rainfall days in August - Harvard, NE
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Harvard, NE

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Harvard, NE

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 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
Harvard, NE

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Harvard, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Harvard, NE

Average sunshine days in August - Harvard, NE
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Harvard, NE

Average UV index in August - Harvard, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Harvard, NE

Average cloud cover in August - Harvard, NE
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in August
Harvard, NE

Average visibility in August - Harvard, 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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