August weather forecast
Custer, SD

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Large, scenic rocks and trees around this tiny Sylvan Lake located in the tranquil Custer State Park in Custer City, South Dakota
Large, scenic rocks and trees around this tiny Sylvan Lake located in the tranquil Custer State Park in Custer City, South Dakota

Weather in August

As August arrives, Custer starts witnessing the measured fade of summer, unlike the peak summer seen in July. Declining temperatures and upcoming rainfall herald the close of the hot season. However, the differences are slight, keeping the atmosphere still comfortably warm. The arrival of August also indicates the end of the tourist peak season and the transition towards a relatively quieter time in the city. Despite being the tail-end of summer, outdoor enthusiasts can still enjoy Custer’s natural beauty with ease.

Temperature

The advent of August in Custer, South Dakota, reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.1°F, showing minimal difference from the prior month. Custer notes a substantial temperature decline from the daytime peaks throughout August, with an average nighttime temperature of 58.3°F.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 52%.

Rainfall

In Custer, South Dakota, in August, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 2.56" of accumulated precipitation. In Custer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.4 days and collects up to 20.39" of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Custer, South Dakota, snow does not fall in June through August.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of August in Custer, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:32 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Custer is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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FAQ

What are August temperatures in Custer?

The high-temperature, in August, in Custer, is 80.1°F, while the low-temperature averages to 58.3°F. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 82.4°F.

What is the least humid month in Custer?

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 52%, are the least humid months in Custer.

What is the average humidity in August in Custer?

The average relative humidity in August in Custer is 52%.

How much does it rain in Custer in August?

In Custer, South Dakota, in August, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 2.56" of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Custer?

In Custer, South Dakota, snow does not fall in June through August.

Does it snow in Custer in August?

In Custer, South Dakota, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

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

In Custer, South Dakota, the average day length in August is 13h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Custer?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Custer, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:32 pm MDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Custer?

With an average of 11.7h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Custer have in August?

In Custer, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Custer?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Custer, SD

Average temperature in August - Custer, SD
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Custer, SD

Average pressure in August - Custer, SD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Custer, SD

Average wind speed in August - Custer, SD
  • Average wind speed in August: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Custer, SD

Average humidity in August - Custer, SD
  • Average humidity in August: 52%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

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Average rainfall in August
Custer, SD

Average rainfall in August - Custer, SD
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in August
Custer, SD

Average rainfall days in August - Custer, SD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Custer, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is April (7.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Custer, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Custer, SD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Custer, 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: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Custer, SD

Average sunshine days in August - Custer, SD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Custer, SD

Average UV index in August - Custer, SD
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Custer, SD

Average cloud cover in August - Custer, SD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in August
Custer, SD

Average visibility in August - Custer, 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).

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