August weather forecast
Draper, SD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Draper, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 86°F (30°C) and 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

Draper commences August with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86°F (30°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. August brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) in Draper.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Exposure and extended activity could potentially cause a state of fatigue and lead to heat cramps.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Draper, during August, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.5 rainfall days, and 13.7" (348mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Draper, South Dakota, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 9:05 pm. On the last day of August, in Draper, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Draper is 11h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Draper during August?

Draper in August has an average high-temperature of 86°F (30°C) and an average low-temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the least humid months in Draper?

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

What is the average humidity in August in Draper?

In Draper, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in August is 52%.

How many days does it rain in August in Draper?

In Draper, South Dakota, during August, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Draper?

In Draper, South Dakota, snow does not fall in June through September.

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

The average day length in August in Draper is 13h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Draper?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 9:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Draper, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Draper have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 11h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Draper?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Draper, South Dakota, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Draper, SD

Average temperature in August - Draper, SD
  • Average high temperature in August: 86°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
Draper, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Draper, SD

Average wind speed in August - Draper, SD
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Draper, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

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Average rainfall in August
Draper, SD

Average rainfall in August - Draper, SD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in August
Draper, SD

Average rainfall days in August - Draper, SD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Draper, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Draper, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 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
Draper, SD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Draper, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Draper, SD

Average sunshine days in August - Draper, SD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Draper, SD

Average UV index in August - Draper, SD
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Draper, SD

Average cloud cover in August - Draper, SD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in August
Draper, SD

Average visibility in August - Draper, 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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