August weather forecast
Laurel, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Laurel, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 62.1°F (16.7°C) and an average high of 80.2°F (26.8°C).

Temperature

In August, Laurel's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. In Laurel, August's nights observe an average temperature dip to a comfortable 62.1°F (16.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout August, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Laurel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.2 days and collects up to 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of August in Laurel, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

In Laurel, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and a low-temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Laurel, in August, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated 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 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Laurel?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Laurel have in August?

In Laurel, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

How high is the UV index in August in Laurel?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Laurel, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Laurel, IA

Average pressure in August - Laurel, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Laurel, IA

Average wind speed in August - Laurel, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in August
Laurel, IA

Average humidity in August - Laurel, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Laurel, IA

Average rainfall in August - Laurel, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in August
Laurel, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Laurel, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Laurel, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Laurel, IA

Average snowfall days in August - Laurel, IA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Laurel, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Laurel, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Laurel, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Laurel, IA

Average UV index in August - Laurel, IA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

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

Average cloud cover in August
Laurel, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Laurel, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Laurel, IA

Average visibility in August - Laurel, 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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