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
Wakonda's average high-temperature in August is a still moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C), indicating a subtle variation from July. August is characterized by a distinct thermal shift, with nighttime lows averaging at a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C).Heat index
In August, the heat index is estimated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Wakonda is 70%.Rainfall
In Wakonda, in August, during 14.2 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wakonda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.9 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Wakonda, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In Wakonda, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 53min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Wakonda 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Wakonda, SD
- Average high temperature in August: 83.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 61.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Wakonda, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Wakonda, SD
- Average wind speed in August: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Wakonda, SD
- Average humidity in August: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).
Average rainfall in August
Wakonda, SD
- Average rainfall in August: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").
Average rainfall days in August
Wakonda, SD
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Wakonda, SD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Wakonda, SD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Wakonda, SD
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Wakonda, SD
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Wakonda, 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 January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Wakonda, SD
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Wakonda, 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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