August weather forecast
Fort Ransom, ND

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Fort Ransom, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 80.8°F (27.1°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Temperature

August ushers in an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.8°F (27.1°C), aligning closely with the preceding month. Fort Ransom records a mean low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C) in August.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C). Ongoing exposure and activity could lead to a state of exhaustion, with a chance of heat cramps.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Fort Ransom is 63%.

Rainfall

In August, in Fort Ransom, North Dakota, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout August, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Ransom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.2 days and collects up to 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Fort Ransom, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 9:02 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Fort Ransom, the average sunshine in August is 10.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Fort Ransom is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fort Ransom in August?

Fort Ransom in August has an average high-temperature of 80.8°F (27.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Fort Ransom?

The average relative humidity in August in Fort Ransom, North Dakota, is 63%.

How many days does it rain in August in Fort Ransom?

In Fort Ransom, North Dakota, in August, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Fort Ransom?

June through September are months without snowfall in Fort Ransom.

What is the average length of the day in August in Fort Ransom?

The average day length in August in Fort Ransom is 14h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Fort Ransom?

On the first day of August in Fort Ransom, North Dakota, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 9:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Ransom have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Fort Ransom, North Dakota, is 10.6h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Fort Ransom?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Fort Ransom is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Fort Ransom, ND

Average temperature in August - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Fort Ransom, ND

Average pressure in August - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in August
Fort Ransom, ND

Average wind speed in August - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in August
Fort Ransom, ND

Average humidity in August - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average humidity in August: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

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Average rainfall in August
Fort Ransom, ND

Average rainfall in August - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in August
Fort Ransom, ND

Average rainfall days in August - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Fort Ransom, ND

Average snowfall in August - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Fort Ransom, ND

Average snowfall days in August - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 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
Fort Ransom, ND

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Fort Ransom, ND

Average sunshine days in August - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in August
Fort Ransom, ND

Average UV index in August - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Fort Ransom, ND

Average cloud cover in August - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average cloud cover in August: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in August
Fort Ransom, ND

Average visibility in August - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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