August weather forecastRiverdale, NE
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Riverdale, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 85.6°F (29.8°C) and min 62.6°F (17°C).Temperature
The advent of August presents an average high-temperature of a warm 85.6°F (29.8°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Riverdale records a marked daily temperature contrast, with an average low-temperature of 62.6°F (17°C) during the nights of August.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 67%.Rainfall
In Riverdale, during August, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Riverdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.6 days and collects up to 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Riverdale is 13h and 45min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Riverdale, NE
- Average high temperature in August: 85.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Riverdale, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Riverdale, NE
- Average wind speed in August: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Riverdale, NE
- Average humidity in August: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (59%).
Average rainfall in August
Riverdale, NE
- Average rainfall in August: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in August
Riverdale, NE
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Riverdale, NE
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Riverdale, NE
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Riverdale, NE
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min
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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Riverdale, NE
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Riverdale, 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
Riverdale, NE
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in August
Riverdale, 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).
