Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
Colton indicates an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.6°F (27°C) in August, showing minor variation from July's 81.9°F (27.7°C). In Colton, August is marked by an average low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C). Exhaustion becomes probable with enduring exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Colton, South Dakota, is 73%.Rainfall
In Colton, during August, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Colton, there are 116.4 rainfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Colton, South Dakota, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Colton is 13h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Colton is 10.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Colton is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Colton, 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).
Average pressure in August
Colton, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Colton, 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).
Average humidity in August
Colton, 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%).
Average rainfall in August
Colton, 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").
Average rainfall days in August
Colton, 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).
Average snowfall in August
Colton, 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").
Average snowfall days in August
Colton, 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).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Colton, 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).
Average sunshine days in August
Colton, 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).
Average UV index in August
Colton, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Colton, 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).
Average visibility in August
Colton, 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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