August weather forecast
Lincoln, NE

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A water fountain in front of the State Capital building in Lincoln, Nebraska
A water fountain in front of the State Capital building in Lincoln, Nebraska

Weather in August

As summer progresses, August in Lincoln, Nebraska remains in the grip of high temperatures. The city experiences a slight drop in average temperatures around this season, giving residents a slight respite after the scorching heat of July. Rainfall is seen to cut back a bit in August, with an average of 0.87" (22mm) recorded. The city begins its transition towards fall, yet summer visibly lingers. The tail end of summer offers fewer daylight hours, pre-empting the impending arrival of fall.

Temperature

August's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a warm 83.8°F (28.8°C), barely different from July's 86°F (30°C). In Lincoln, the average temperature during the nights of August drops to an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Heat index

August's heat index is appraised at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Lincoln, during August, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Lincoln, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.8 days and collects up to 7.44" (189mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Lincoln, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Lincoln. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Lincoln?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Lincoln, is 83.8°F (28.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 63.7°F (17.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Lincoln?

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, in August, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Lincoln have in August?

In August, the average day length in Lincoln is 13h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Lincoln?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lincoln, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Lincoln?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Lincoln?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Lincoln?

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

Average temperature in August - Lincoln, NE
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in August
Lincoln, NE

Average pressure in August - Lincoln, NE
  • Average pressure in August: 29.94"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
Lincoln, NE

Average wind speed in August - Lincoln, NE
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Lincoln, NE

Average humidity in August - Lincoln, NE
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in August
Lincoln, NE

Average rainfall in August - Lincoln, NE
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.16").

Average rainfall days in August
Lincoln, NE

Average rainfall days in August - Lincoln, NE
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Lincoln, NE

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Lincoln, NE

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Lincoln, NE

Average sunshine days in August - Lincoln, NE
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15 days).

Average UV index in August
Lincoln, NE

Average UV index in August - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, NE

Average cloud cover in August - Lincoln, NE
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in August
Lincoln, NE

Average visibility in August - Lincoln, 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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