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
The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.6°F (28.1°C), subtly diverging from July's 84.4°F (29.1°C). During the nights in August, Carter Lake experiences a consistent average temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C).Heat index
In August, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Enduring exposure and ongoing activity could cause a sense of fatigue and subsequent heat cramps.From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
Humidity
In Carter Lake, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In Carter Lake, during August, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.5 rainfall days, and 22.52" (572mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall in Carter Lake.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Carter Lake, Iowa, is 13h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of August, in Carter Lake, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Carter Lake, Iowa, is 9.9h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Carter Lake. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 during August leads to these advisories:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Average temperature in August
Carter Lake, IA
- Average high temperature in August: 82.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Carter Lake, IA
- Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Carter Lake, IA
- Average wind speed in August: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).
Average humidity in August
Carter Lake, IA
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).
Average rainfall in August
Carter Lake, IA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in August
Carter Lake, IA
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Carter Lake, IA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Carter Lake, IA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Carter Lake, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Carter Lake, IA
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Carter Lake, IA
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Carter Lake, IA
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Carter Lake, 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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