August weather forecast
Idaho City, ID

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Weather in August

August presents a high-summer season in Idaho City, maintaining elevated temperatures though slightly lesser than July's swelter. The temperature typically meanders around figures ranging between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 84.7°F (29.3°C). An appreciable difference can be noted in the precipitation pattern, marking the shift towards the upcoming fall season. However, the sun continues to reign supreme, offering more than half of each day bathed in its light. The onset of ever-so-slight weather changes in August signifies the close approach of more refreshing seasons.

Temperature

The transition from July to August sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a moderately hot 84.7°F (29.3°C), from a not significantly different 86.5°F (30.3°C). Idaho City anticipates a considerable drop in temperature at night in August, with an average low of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Humidity

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 33%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Idaho City, in August, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 103.4 rainfall days, and 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

July through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 9:06 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:20 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.3h.

UV index

In Idaho City, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 84.7°F (29.3°C) and a low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity in Idaho City are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 33%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Idaho City, Idaho, the average relative humidity in August is 33%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, in Idaho City, the rain falls for 5.9 days. Throughout August, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

July through September are months without snowfall.

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

In Idaho City, Idaho, the average day length in August is 13h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 9:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:20 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Idaho City have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 11.3h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Idaho City is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Idaho City, ID

Average temperature in August - Idaho City, ID
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Idaho City, ID

Average pressure in August - Idaho City, ID
  • Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Idaho City, ID

Average wind speed in August - Idaho City, ID
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Idaho City, ID

Average humidity in August - Idaho City, ID
  • Average humidity in August: 33%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (33%).

Average rainfall in August
Idaho City, ID

Average rainfall in August - Idaho City, ID
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

Average rainfall days in August
Idaho City, ID

Average rainfall days in August - Idaho City, ID
  • Average rainfall days in August: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Idaho City, ID

Average snowfall in August - Idaho City, ID
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (20.59").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Idaho City, ID

Average snowfall days in August - Idaho City, ID
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Idaho City, ID

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Idaho City, ID
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Idaho City, ID

Average sunshine days in August - Idaho City, ID
  • Average sunshine days in August: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Idaho City, ID

Average UV index in August - Idaho City, ID
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Idaho City, ID

Average cloud cover in August - Idaho City, ID
  • Average cloud cover in August: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in August
Idaho City, ID

Average visibility in August - Idaho City, ID
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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