August weather forecast
Maquoketa, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Maquoketa, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

The commencement of August notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. August brings an average low-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) to Maquoketa.

Humidity

In Maquoketa, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In Maquoketa, in August, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143.3 rainfall days, and 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Maquoketa, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Maquoketa is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Maquoketa is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in August translates into these instructions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Maquoketa?

In August, in Maquoketa, the average high-temperature is 79.3°F (26.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.3°F (16.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Maquoketa?

In Maquoketa, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

How much does it rain in Maquoketa in August?

In Maquoketa, in August, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Maquoketa?

May through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Maquoketa have in August?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Maquoketa?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Maquoketa?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

How high is the UV index in August in Maquoketa?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Maquoketa, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Maquoketa, IA

Average wind speed in August - Maquoketa, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Maquoketa, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Maquoketa, IA

Average rainfall in August - Maquoketa, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in August
Maquoketa, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Maquoketa, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Maquoketa, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Maquoketa, IA

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

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Maquoketa, 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: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Maquoketa, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Maquoketa, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Maquoketa, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in August
Maquoketa, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Maquoketa, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

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

Average visibility in August
Maquoketa, IA

Average visibility in August - Maquoketa, IA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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