August weather forecast
Hill City, SD

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Weather in August

August witnesses the continuation of the summer season in Hill City, playing host to warm afternoons and soothing breezy evenings. Although August registers a slight dip in temperature from July, the weather remains largely clear and dry, with only 2.56" (65mm) of rainfall recorded. While the daytime temperatures maintain a summer allure, the evenings tend to hint at the forthcoming fall; a subtle intermingling of seasons. Despite these opposing conditions, the overall ambiance remains pleasantly warm, making it an enjoyable time to explore the city.

Temperature

Hill City measures an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.1°F (26.7°C) in August, nearly consistent with the preceding month. Hill City anticipates a pronounced temperature drop from daily highs during the nights of August, with an average low of 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hill City, in August, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hill City, there are 135.4 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through August are months without snowfall in Hill City.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of August, in Hill City, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Hill City in August?

In Hill City, in August, the average high-temperature is 80.1°F (26.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.3°F (14.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What are the least humid months in Hill City?

The months with the lowest humidity in Hill City, South Dakota, are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 52%.

What is the average humidity in August in Hill City?

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

How much does it rain in Hill City in August?

In Hill City, during August, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Hill City?

June through August are months without snowfall in Hill City.

Does it snow in Hill City in August?

In Hill City, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Hill City have in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Hill City?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hill City, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Hill City?

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

How long on average sun shines in August in Hill City?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Hill City?

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

Average temperature in August - Hill City, 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
Hill City, SD

Average pressure in August - Hill City, 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
Hill City, SD

Average wind speed in August - Hill City, 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
Hill City, SD

Average humidity in August - Hill City, 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
Hill City, SD

Average rainfall in August - Hill City, 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
Hill City, SD

Average rainfall days in August - Hill City, 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
Hill City, SD

Average snowfall in August - Hill City, 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
Hill City, SD

Average snowfall days in August - Hill City, 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
Hill City, SD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Hill City, 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
Hill City, SD

Average sunshine days in August - Hill City, 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
Hill City, SD

Average UV index in August - Hill City, 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
Hill City, SD

Average cloud cover in August - Hill City, 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
Hill City, SD

Average visibility in August - Hill City, 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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