August weather forecast
Melbourne, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Melbourne, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 61.9°F (16.6°C) and an average high of 79.5°F (26.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August is marked by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.5°F (26.4°C), bearing a close resemblance to July. Melbourne experiences an average low-temperature of 61.9°F (16.6°C) in month of August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Melbourne, during August, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Melbourne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102 days and collects up to 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of August in Melbourne, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Melbourne, the average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Melbourne?

In Melbourne, in August, the average high-temperature is 79.5°F (26.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.9°F (16.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Melbourne?

The average relative humidity in August in Melbourne, Iowa, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Melbourne in August?

In Melbourne, in August, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Melbourne?

June through September are months without snowfall in Melbourne.

How many hours of daylight does Melbourne have in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Melbourne?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Melbourne have in August?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Melbourne?

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

Average temperature in August - Melbourne, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.5°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: 61.9°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 (13.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Melbourne, IA

Average pressure in August - Melbourne, 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
Melbourne, IA

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

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

Average humidity in August
Melbourne, IA

Average humidity in August - Melbourne, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Melbourne, IA

Average rainfall in August - Melbourne, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.35").

Average rainfall days in August
Melbourne, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Melbourne, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Melbourne, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Melbourne, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Melbourne, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Melbourne, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Melbourne, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Melbourne, IA

Average UV index in August - Melbourne, 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
Melbourne, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Melbourne, IA

Average visibility in August - Melbourne, IA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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