August weather forecast
Lennox, SD

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Weather in August

The heat of summer gracefully transitions as August arrives in Lennox. Despite the slight decrease in temperature when compared to July, temperatures generally remain quite high, hovering around a balmy 81.7°F (27.6°C). The city's natural surroundings are lush and green, fed by both the sun's rays and occasional summer showers. The longer daylight hours provide ample time for residents to indulge in outdoor activities. August is a time to experience the city at its warmest, most vibrant self.

Temperature

The arrival of August in Lennox sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still warm 81.7°F (27.6°C), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 60.4°F (15.8°C) in August.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is estimated at a tropical 86°F (30°C). Exposure and extended activity could potentially cause a state of fatigue and lead to heat cramps.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. 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 highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In Lennox, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

In Lennox, in August, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lennox, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.7 days and collects up to 17.76" (451mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Lennox.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in August transforms into this advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lennox in August?

In Lennox, 81.7°F (27.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 60.4°F (15.8°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Lennox?

In August, the average relative humidity in Lennox is 73%.

How much does it rain in Lennox in August?

In Lennox, South Dakota, in August, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Lennox?

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

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

In Lennox, South Dakota, the average day length in August is 13h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Lennox?

On the first day of August in Lennox, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Lennox?

In Lennox, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

How high is the UV index in August in Lennox?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Lennox, SD

Average temperature in August - Lennox, SD
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Lennox, SD

Average pressure in August - Lennox, SD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.93"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
Lennox, SD

Average wind speed in August - Lennox, SD
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Lennox, SD

Average humidity in August - Lennox, SD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in August
Lennox, SD

Average rainfall in August - Lennox, SD
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in August
Lennox, SD

Average rainfall days in August - Lennox, SD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Lennox, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Lennox, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Lennox, SD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Lennox, 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: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Lennox, SD

Average sunshine days in August - Lennox, SD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Lennox, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Lennox, SD

Average cloud cover in August - Lennox, SD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in August
Lennox, SD

Average visibility in August - Lennox, 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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