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
August's presence marks an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.8°F (27.1°C), subtly varied from July's 81.7°F (27.6°C). August's nights observe an average temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is estimated at a hot 86°F (30°C). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 80%.Rainfall
In Buffalo Heights, in August, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Buffalo Heights, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Buffalo Heights, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Buffalo Heights 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 moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average high temperature in August: 80.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Buffalo Heights, 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
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average humidity in August: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average rainfall in August: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").
Average rainfall days in August
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Buffalo Heights, 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
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Buffalo Heights, 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
Buffalo Heights, IA
- 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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