August weather forecast
Harcourt, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Harcourt, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 80.2°F (26.8°C).

Temperature

August's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C) from July's 81.5°F (27.5°C). Harcourt throughout August, records an average low-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Harcourt, in August, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Harcourt, Iowa, there are 126.1 rainfall days, and 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Harcourt, the average sunshine in August is 9.6h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Harcourt in August?

During August, Harcourt experiences an average high-temperature of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and a low-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Harcourt, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout August, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Harcourt, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Harcourt, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Harcourt, IA

Average temperature in August - Harcourt, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Harcourt, IA

Average pressure in August - Harcourt, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Harcourt, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in August
Harcourt, IA

Average humidity in August - Harcourt, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in August
Harcourt, IA

Average rainfall in August - Harcourt, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in August
Harcourt, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Harcourt, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Harcourt, IA

Average snowfall in August - Harcourt, IA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Harcourt, IA

Average snowfall days in August - Harcourt, 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 June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Harcourt, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Harcourt, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Harcourt, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Harcourt, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Harcourt, IA

Average UV index in August - Harcourt, 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
Harcourt, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Harcourt, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

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

Average visibility in August
Harcourt, IA

Average visibility in August - Harcourt, 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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