August weather forecastArmour, SD
August
Weather in August
August weather in Armour brings with it a slight easing from July's peak summer conditions. The heat lessens slightly; however, the city continues to luxuriate in summer glory. Longer daylight hours allow for plentiful outdoor summer activities, from serene morning walks to leisurely evening gatherings. The city's outdoor eating venues become lively with laughter and chatter, strengthening community bonds. The month forms the transition bridge between intense summer and the advent of fall.Temperature
August's arrival in Armour brings an average high-temperature of a warm 85.1°F (29.5°C), slightly deviating from July's 86.5°F (30.3°C). Armour documents a marked decrease from day to night, with an average low of 62.8°F (17.1°C) throughout August.Heat index
During August, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Armour is 65%.Rainfall
In August, in Armour, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout August, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Armour, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Armour, South Dakota, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 54min.On the first day of August in Armour, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 8:09 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Armour, the average sunshine in August is 10.5h.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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Armour, SD
- Average high temperature in August: 85.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Armour, SD
- Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Armour, SD
- Average wind speed in August: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Armour, SD
- Average humidity in August: 65%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).
Average rainfall in August
Armour, SD
- Average rainfall in August: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").
Average rainfall days in August
Armour, SD
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Armour, SD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Armour, SD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Armour, SD
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Armour, SD
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Armour, SD
- 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
Armour, SD
- Average cloud cover in August: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in August
Armour, SD
- 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).
