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
Transitioning from July to August, Fargo observes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 88.2°F (31.2°C), differing subtly from the previous month. During August, Fargo records an average temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C) at night.Heat index
The average heat index in August is calculated to be a blistering 104°F (40°C). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Fargo, in August, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fargo, Arkansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 36.65" (931mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Fargo, Arkansas, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In Fargo, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 26min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:32 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Fargo, the average sunshine in August is 10.5h.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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Average temperature in August
Fargo, AR
- Average high temperature in August: 88.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Fargo, AR
- Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Fargo, AR
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Fargo, AR
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in August
Fargo, AR
- Average rainfall in August: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").
Average rainfall days in August
Fargo, AR
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Fargo, AR
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Fargo, AR
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fargo, AR
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Fargo, AR
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Fargo, AR
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Fargo, AR
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in August
Fargo, AR
- 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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