Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
August's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still hot 86°F (30°C), diverging marginally from July's 88.7°F (31.5°C). In Mission Ridge, August nights cool down to an average of 65.5°F (18.6°C).Heat index
The heat index in August is evaluated at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Continuous exposure and activity could induce a sense of tiredness and subsequently, heat cramps.Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Mission Ridge are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 52%.Rainfall
In Mission Ridge, during August, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mission Ridge, there are 98.5 rainfall days, and 13.7" (348mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Mission Ridge, South Dakota, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 14h and 0min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Mission Ridge, the average sunshine in August is 11h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Mission Ridge, 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).
Average pressure in August
Mission Ridge, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Mission Ridge, 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).
Average humidity in August
Mission Ridge, 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%).
Average rainfall in August
Mission Ridge, 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").
Average rainfall days in August
Mission Ridge, 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).
Average snowfall in August
Mission Ridge, 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").
Average snowfall days in August
Mission Ridge, 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).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mission Ridge, SD
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- 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).
Average sunshine days in August
Mission Ridge, 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).
Average UV index in August
Mission Ridge, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Mission Ridge, 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).
Average visibility in August
Mission Ridge, 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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