August weather forecast
Lake Andes, SD

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Lake Andes, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 85.1°F (29.5°C) and 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

In August, the average high-temperature is almost the same as in July - a warm 85.1°F (29.5°C). The average low-temperature, in August, is 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is appraised at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel', 'feels like', 'felt air temperature', or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Additional factors like activity, wind, metabolic differences, and differences in body mass, height, and shape affect individual temperature impact. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In Lake Andes, the average relative humidity in August is 65%.

Rainfall

In Lake Andes, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lake Andes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.1 days and collects up to 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Lake Andes, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Lake Andes is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of August, in Lake Andes, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lake Andes, the average sunshine in August is 10.5h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in August in Lake Andes?

In Lake Andes, South Dakota, in August, the average high-temperature is 85.1°F (29.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 62.8°F (17.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Lake Andes?

The average relative humidity in August in Lake Andes, South Dakota, is 65%.

How much does it rain in Lake Andes in August?

In Lake Andes, in August, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Lake Andes?

May through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Lake Andes have in August?

In Lake Andes, South Dakota, the average day length in August is 13h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Lake Andes?

On the first day of August in Lake Andes, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Lake Andes?

In Lake Andes, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Lake Andes?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Lake Andes?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Lake Andes is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Lake Andes, SD

Average temperature in August - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
Lake Andes, SD

Average pressure in August - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Lake Andes, SD

Average wind speed in August - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Lake Andes, SD

Average humidity in August - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average humidity in August: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

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Average rainfall in August
Lake Andes, SD

Average rainfall in August - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in August
Lake Andes, SD

Average rainfall days in August - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Lake Andes, SD

Average snowfall in August - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Lake Andes, SD

Average snowfall days in August - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Lake Andes, SD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Lake Andes, SD

Average sunshine days in August - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Lake Andes, SD

Average UV index in August - Lake Andes, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Lake Andes, SD

Average cloud cover in August - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in August
Lake Andes, SD

Average visibility in August - Lake Andes, 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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