August weather forecast
Ralston, NE

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Ralston, Nebraska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 82.8°F (28.2°C) and 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

The advent of August reveals an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.8°F (28.2°C), showing minimal difference from the prior month. Throughout August nights, Ralston registers an average low-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Heat index

August's heat index is evaluated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical 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

In Ralston, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, in Ralston, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout August, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ralston, there are 116 rainfall days, and 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Ralston, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Ralston in August?

August temperatures in Ralston vary between a high-temperature of 82.8°F (28.2°C) and a low-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Ralston?

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Ralston?

In Ralston, in August, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Ralston?

June through September are months without snowfall in Ralston.

What is the average length of the day in August in Ralston?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Ralston?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ralston, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ralston have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Ralston, Nebraska, is 9.8h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in August in Ralston?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Ralston, Nebraska, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Ralston, NE

Average temperature in August - Ralston, NE
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°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 (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Ralston, NE

Average pressure in August - Ralston, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
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Average wind speed in August - Ralston, NE
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in August
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Average humidity in August - Ralston, NE
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in August
Ralston, NE

Average rainfall in August - Ralston, NE
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in August
Ralston, NE

Average rainfall days in August - Ralston, NE
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Ralston, NE

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Ralston, NE

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Ralston, NE

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ralston, NE
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Ralston, NE

Average sunshine days in August - Ralston, NE
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
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Average UV index in August - Ralston, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Ralston, NE

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in August
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Average visibility in August - Ralston, 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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