August weather forecast
Baltic, SD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Baltic, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.6°F (27°C) and an average low of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August coincides with an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.6°F (27°C), indicating a minimal shift from July's 81.9°F (27.7°C). Throughout the month of August, Baltic reports a steady low-temperature average of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C). Prolonged exposure and physical activity might induce exhaustion, potentially causing heat cramps.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. 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 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, 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 Baltic, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout August, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Baltic, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.4 days and collects up to 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Baltic.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Baltic is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Baltic is 10.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Baltic?

In August, in Baltic, the average high-temperature is 80.6°F (27°C), and the average low-temperature is 59.4°F (15.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Baltic?

The average relative humidity in August in Baltic, South Dakota, is 73%.

How much does it rain in Baltic in August?

In Baltic, South Dakota, during August, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Baltic?

June through September are months without snowfall.

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

In August, the average day length is 13h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Baltic?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Baltic, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Baltic have in August?

In Baltic, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Baltic?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Baltic, SD

Average temperature in August - Baltic, SD
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Baltic, SD

Average pressure in August - Baltic, SD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Baltic, SD

Average wind speed in August - Baltic, SD
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Baltic, SD

Average humidity in August - Baltic, SD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in August
Baltic, SD

Average rainfall in August - Baltic, SD
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in August
Baltic, SD

Average rainfall days in August - Baltic, SD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Baltic, SD

Average snowfall in August - Baltic, SD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Baltic, SD

Average snowfall days in August - Baltic, SD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.3 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
Baltic, SD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Baltic, SD
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Baltic, SD

Average sunshine days in August - Baltic, SD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Baltic, SD

Average UV index in August - Baltic, SD
  • 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 December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Baltic, SD

Average cloud cover in August - Baltic, SD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in August
Baltic, SD

Average visibility in August - Baltic, SD
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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