August weather forecastEureka, SD

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Eureka, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 63.3°F (17.4°C) and 84.2°F (29°C).

Temperature

The commencement of August records an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C), barely varying from July's 86.4°F (30.2°C). During August, Eureka's temperature averages to an enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C) at night.

Heat index

The heat index in August is appraised at a hot 86°F (30°C). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.

Humidity

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 52%.

Rainfall

In Eureka, in August, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Eureka, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.4 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Eureka, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Eureka is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 9:06 pm. On the last day of August, in Eureka, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Eureka is 10.9h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Eureka, South Dakota, during August is 84.2°F (29°C) and the low-temperature is 63.3°F (17.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

With an average relative humidity of 52%, August is the least humid month.

In Eureka, the average relative humidity in August is 52%.

In August, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout August, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

June through September are months without snowfall in Eureka, South Dakota.

In August, the average day length in Eureka is 14h and 4min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 9:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Eureka, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

In August, the average sunshine duration in Eureka, South Dakota, is 10.9h.

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Eureka, South Dakota.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Eureka, South Dakota, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Eureka, SD

  • Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in August
Eureka, SD

  • Average pressure in August: 29.9"Hg

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

Average wind speed in August
Eureka, SD

  • Average wind speed in August: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Eureka, SD

  • Average humidity in August: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in August
Eureka, SD

  • Average rainfall in August: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in August
Eureka, SD

  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Eureka, SD

  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Eureka, SD

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Eureka, SD

  • Average sunshine days in August: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Eureka, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Eureka, SD

  • Average cloud cover in August: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in August
Eureka, 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).