August weather forecast
Elk Run Heights, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Elk Run Heights, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61°F (16.1°C) and 78.6°F (25.9°C).

Temperature

Stepping into August, Elk Run Heights records an average high-temperature of a still warm 78.6°F (25.9°C), almost consistent with July. In the month of August, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 61°F (16.1°C).

Humidity

In Elk Run Heights, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout August, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elk Run Heights, there are 133.6 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Elk Run Heights, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Elk Run Heights, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:44 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Elk Run Heights, the average sunshine in August is 9.7h.

UV index

In Elk Run Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Elk Run Heights, records 78.6°F (25.9°C), while the low-temperature is 61°F (16.1°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Elk Run Heights, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Elk Run Heights, during August, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elk Run Heights, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:44 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk Run Heights have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.7h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in August
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average pressure in August - Elk Run 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average wind speed in August - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in August
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average humidity in August - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average rainfall in August - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in August
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average snowfall in August - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average snowfall days in August - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Elk Run Heights, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in August
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average UV index in August - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average visibility in August - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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