August weather forecast
Buchanan, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Buchanan, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 79.7°F (26.5°C) and 61.9°F (16.6°C).

Temperature

August's onset records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C), a near match to July's 80.6°F (27°C). Throughout August, Buchanan experiences a low-temperature average of 61.9°F (16.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Buchanan, in August, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Buchanan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.6 days and collects up to 30.04" (763mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Buchanan, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during August morphs into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Buchanan in August?

In Buchanan, in August, the average high-temperature is 79.7°F (26.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.9°F (16.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Buchanan?

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

How much does it rain in Buchanan in August?

In Buchanan, Iowa, in August, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Buchanan?

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

How many hours of daylight does Buchanan have in August?

The average day length in August in Buchanan, Iowa, is 13h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Buchanan?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Buchanan have in August?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Buchanan?

In Buchanan, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Buchanan, IA

Average temperature in August - Buchanan, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.9°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 (14.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Buchanan, IA

Average pressure in August - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, IA

Average wind speed in August - Buchanan, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Buchanan, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Buchanan, IA

Average rainfall in August - Buchanan, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in August
Buchanan, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Buchanan, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Buchanan, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Buchanan, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Buchanan, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Buchanan, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Buchanan, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Buchanan, IA

Average UV index in August - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Buchanan, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Buchanan, IA

Average visibility in August - Buchanan, 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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