August weather forecast
Covington, IA

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Weather in August

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

Temperature

Covington greets August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.5°F (26.4°C), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. The average low-temperature, in August, in Covington, is an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C).

Humidity

In Covington, 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. In Covington, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.7 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Covington, the average length of the day in August 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 7:41 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Covington is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in August leads to these recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Covington in August?

Covington in August has an average high-temperature of 79.5°F (26.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Covington?

The average relative humidity in August in Covington is 80%.

How much does it rain in Covington in August?

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

When it does not snow in Covington?

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

How many hours of daylight does Covington have in August?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Covington?

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 7:41 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Covington have in August?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Covington?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Covington, IA

Average temperature in August - Covington, 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
Covington, IA

Average pressure in August - Covington, 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
Covington, IA

Average wind speed in August - Covington, 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
Covington, IA

Average humidity in August - Covington, 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
Covington, IA

Average rainfall in August - Covington, 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
Covington, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Covington, 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
Covington, IA

Average snowfall in August - Covington, 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
Covington, IA

Average snowfall days in August - Covington, 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
Covington, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Covington, 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
Covington, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Covington, 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
Covington, IA

Average UV index in August - Covington, 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
Covington, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Covington, 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
Covington, IA

Average visibility in August - Covington, 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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