August weather forecast
Atkins, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Atkins, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 79.5°F (26.4°C) and an average low of 62.1°F (16.7°C).

Temperature

Atkins notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.5°F (26.4°C) in August, displaying minor variation from July. The average nighttime temperature lowers to an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C) throughout August.

Humidity

In Atkins, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout August, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.7 rainfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Atkins, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:42 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during August translates into these guidelines:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

In Atkins, 79.5°F (26.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 62.1°F (16.7°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Atkins, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Atkins, in August, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Atkins, Iowa, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:42 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Atkins have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Atkins is 9.9h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Atkins?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Atkins, IA

Average temperature in August - Atkins, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Atkins, IA

Average pressure in August - Atkins, IA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Atkins, IA

Average wind speed in August - Atkins, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in August
Atkins, IA

Average humidity in August - Atkins, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Atkins, IA

Average rainfall in August - Atkins, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in August
Atkins, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Atkins, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Atkins, IA

Average snowfall in August - Atkins, IA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Atkins, IA

Average snowfall days in August - Atkins, IA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Atkins, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Atkins, IA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Atkins, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Atkins, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Atkins, IA

Average UV index in August - Atkins, IA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Atkins, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Atkins, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Atkins, IA

Average visibility in August - Atkins, IA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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