August weather forecast
Tacoma Park, SD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Tacoma Park, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 83.1°F (28.4°C) and an average low of 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

Tacoma Park, South Dakota, starts August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.1°F (28.4°C), a minor shift from July's 84.7°F (29.3°C). In August, the temperature registers a significant dip to an average of 61°F (16.1°C) at night.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is computed to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 60%.

Rainfall

In Tacoma Park, in August, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Tacoma Park, South Dakota.

Daylight

In Tacoma Park, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of August in Tacoma Park, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 9:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Tacoma Park, the average sunshine in August is 10.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Tacoma Park in August?

The high-temperature in Tacoma Park, South Dakota, during August is 83.1°F (28.4°C) and the low-temperature is 61°F (16.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Tacoma Park?

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 60%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in August in Tacoma Park?

In Tacoma Park, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in August is 60%.

How many days does it rain in August in Tacoma Park?

In Tacoma Park, South Dakota, during August, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Tacoma Park?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Tacoma Park?

In Tacoma Park, South Dakota, the average day length in August is 14h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Tacoma Park?

On the first day of August in Tacoma Park, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 9:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Tacoma Park?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Tacoma Park?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Tacoma Park?

In Tacoma Park, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Tacoma Park, SD

Average temperature in August - Tacoma Park, SD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.1°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 (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Tacoma Park, SD

Average pressure in August - Tacoma Park, SD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Tacoma Park, SD

Average wind speed in August - Tacoma Park, SD
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Tacoma Park, SD

Average humidity in August - Tacoma Park, SD
  • Average humidity in August: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

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Average rainfall in August
Tacoma Park, SD

Average rainfall in August - Tacoma Park, SD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in August
Tacoma Park, SD

Average rainfall days in August - Tacoma Park, SD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Tacoma Park, SD

Average snowfall in August - Tacoma Park, SD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Tacoma Park, SD

Average snowfall days in August - Tacoma Park, SD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 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
Tacoma Park, SD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Tacoma Park, 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: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Tacoma Park, SD

Average sunshine days in August - Tacoma Park, SD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Tacoma Park, SD

Average UV index in August - Tacoma Park, 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 and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Tacoma Park, SD

Average cloud cover in August - Tacoma Park, SD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in August
Tacoma Park, SD

Average visibility in August - Tacoma Park, SD
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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