August weather forecastRed Cloud, NE
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Red Cloud, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 65.1°F (18.4°C) and max 86.7°F (30.4°C).Temperature
Welcoming August, Red Cloud notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.7°F (30.4°C), nearly consistent with July's 89.6°F (32°C). August nights in Red Cloud report a substantial dip from daytime highs to an average of 65.1°F (18.4°C).Heat index
The average heat index in August is appraised at a sweltering 95°F (35°C). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. 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 extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Red Cloud is 67%.Rainfall
In Red Cloud, in August, during 13.1 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 110.2 rainfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Red Cloud, Nebraska, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In Red Cloud, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 43min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:47 pm. On the last day of August, in Red Cloud, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Red Cloud is 10.4h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Red Cloud is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. 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 minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
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- Average high temperature in August: 86.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).
Average pressure in August
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- 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).
Average wind speed in August
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- Average wind speed in August: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.7mph).
Average humidity in August
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- Average humidity in August: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (61%).
Average rainfall in August
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- Average rainfall in August: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").
Average rainfall days in August
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- Average rainfall days in August: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
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- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
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- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
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- Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
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- Average sunshine days in August: 15.1 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (13.8 days).
Average UV index in August
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- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
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- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in August
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- 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).
