August weather forecast
Garden City, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Garden City, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 79.3°F (26.3°C).

Temperature

Garden City experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still warm 79.3°F (26.3°C) with the onset of August, maintaining near parity with July's 81.1°F (27.3°C). Throughout August nights, Garden City experiences a consistent temperature average of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout August, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Garden City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.3 days and collects up to 29.25" (743mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Garden City, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.7h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 79.3°F (26.3°C) and a low-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Garden City, in August, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Garden City, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Garden City have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in August?

In Garden City, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Garden City, IA

Average temperature in August - Garden City, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Garden City, IA

Average pressure in August - Garden City, IA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Garden City, IA

Average wind speed in August - Garden City, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Garden City, IA

Average humidity in August - Garden City, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Garden City, IA

Average rainfall in August - Garden City, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in August
Garden City, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Garden City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Garden City, IA

Average snowfall in August - Garden City, IA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Garden City, IA

Average snowfall days in August - Garden City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Garden City, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Garden City, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Garden City, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Garden City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Garden City, IA

Average UV index in August - Garden City, 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, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Garden City, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Garden City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Garden City, IA

Average visibility in August - Garden City, 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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