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
Piedmont's entry into August measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C), closely parallel to the preceding month. Piedmont's nighttime temperature during August is consistently averaged at a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C).Heat index
August's mean heat index is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C). If exposure and ongoing activity persist, they might induce a state of tiredness and heat cramps.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 50%.Rainfall
In Piedmont, during August, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. In Piedmont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through August are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 58min.On the first day of August in Piedmont, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:30 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Piedmont, SD
- Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 61.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Piedmont, SD
- Average pressure in August: 29.9"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Piedmont, SD
- Average wind speed in August: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Piedmont, SD
- Average humidity in August: 50%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).
Average rainfall in August
Piedmont, SD
- Average rainfall in August: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days in August
Piedmont, SD
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Piedmont, SD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Piedmont, SD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Piedmont, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Piedmont, SD
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in August
Piedmont, SD
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Piedmont, SD
- Average cloud cover in August: 16
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in August
Piedmont, 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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