August weather forecast
Garden Grove, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Garden Grove, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 81.9°F (27.7°C) and 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

August's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C) from July. Throughout August, Garden Grove witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Garden Grove, in August, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Garden Grove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.4 days and collects up to 20.24" (514mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Garden Grove, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

In Garden Grove, in August, the average high-temperature is 81.9°F (27.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 63.5°F (17.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Garden Grove, in August, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Garden Grove, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

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

In Garden Grove, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Garden Grove, IA

Average temperature in August - Garden Grove, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Garden Grove, IA

Average pressure in August - Garden Grove, IA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Garden Grove, IA

Average wind speed in August - Garden Grove, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Garden Grove, IA

Average humidity in August - Garden Grove, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Garden Grove, IA

Average rainfall in August - Garden Grove, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in August
Garden Grove, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Garden Grove, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Garden Grove, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Garden Grove, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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 Grove, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Garden Grove, IA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

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: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Garden Grove, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Garden Grove, IA

Average UV index in August - Garden Grove, IA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Garden Grove, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Garden Grove, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Garden Grove, IA

Average visibility in August - Garden Grove, 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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