August weather forecast
Maxwell, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Maxwell, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 61.5°F (16.4°C) and an average high of 79.7°F (26.5°C).

Temperature

Maxwell records an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.7°F (26.5°C) in August, maintaining a close correlation with July's 81.1°F (27.3°C). Maxwell, during the nights of August, experiences an average temperature drop to an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In Maxwell, during August, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.1 rainfall days, and 26.61" (676mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Maxwell, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Maxwell is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

The high-temperature, in August, in Maxwell, records 79.7°F (26.5°C), while the low-temperature is 61.5°F (16.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, 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 Maxwell in August?

In Maxwell, Iowa, in August, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Maxwell have in August?

In Maxwell, the average day length in August is 13h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:48 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 is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Maxwell, IA

Average temperature in August - Maxwell, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.7°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 (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Maxwell, IA

Average pressure in August - Maxwell, 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
Maxwell, IA

Average wind speed in August - Maxwell, 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
Maxwell, IA

Average humidity in August - Maxwell, 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
Maxwell, IA

Average rainfall in August - Maxwell, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in August
Maxwell, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Maxwell, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Maxwell, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Maxwell, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Maxwell, 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: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Maxwell, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Maxwell, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Maxwell, IA

Average UV index in August - Maxwell, 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
Maxwell, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Maxwell, IA

Average visibility in August - Maxwell, 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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