August weather forecast
Prairie City, SD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Prairie City, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and an average high of 82.4°F (28°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in August, at a still warm 82.4°F (28°C), reveals a modest deviation from July's 84.7°F (29.3°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 61.7°F (16.5°C) in August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C). If activity and exposure persist, they could induce fatigue, leading to possible heat cramps.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

August is the least humid month in Prairie City, with an average relative humidity of 50%.

Rainfall

In Prairie City, in August, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Prairie City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.8 days and collects up to 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Prairie City, South Dakota, snow does not fall in July through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 3min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:30 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Prairie City, the average sunshine in August is 11.4h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Prairie City in August?

Prairie City in August has an average high-temperature of 82.4°F (28°C) and an average low-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the least humid month in Prairie City?

With an average relative humidity of 50%, August is the least humid month in Prairie City.

What is the average humidity in August in Prairie City?

The average relative humidity in August in Prairie City, South Dakota, is 50%.

How much does it rain in Prairie City in August?

In Prairie City, in August, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Prairie City?

July through September are months without snowfall in Prairie City, South Dakota.

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

The average day length in August in Prairie City is 14h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Prairie City?

On the first day of August in Prairie City, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:30 pm MDT.

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

The average sunshine duration in August in Prairie City, South Dakota, is 11.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Prairie City?

The months with the highest UV index in Prairie City, South Dakota, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Prairie City?

In Prairie City, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Prairie City, SD

Average temperature in August - Prairie City, SD
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

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Average pressure in August
Prairie City, SD

Average pressure in August - Prairie City, SD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Prairie City, SD

Average wind speed in August - Prairie City, SD
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Prairie City, SD

Average humidity in August - Prairie City, SD
  • Average humidity in August: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

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Average rainfall in August
Prairie City, SD

Average rainfall in August - Prairie City, SD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in August
Prairie City, SD

Average rainfall days in August - Prairie City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Prairie City, SD

Average snowfall in August - Prairie City, SD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Prairie City, SD

Average snowfall days in August - Prairie City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Prairie City, SD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Prairie City, SD
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Prairie City, SD

Average sunshine days in August - Prairie City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Prairie City, SD

Average UV index in August - Prairie City, SD
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Prairie City, SD

Average cloud cover in August - Prairie City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in August
Prairie City, SD

Average visibility in August - Prairie 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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