August weather forecast
Orchard, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Orchard, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 59.5°F (15.3°C) and max 76.8°F (24.9°C).

Temperature

August's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C), showing a minute difference from July's 78.6°F (25.9°C). Throughout the month of August, the average temperature dips to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In Orchard, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout August, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Orchard, there are 135.3 rainfall days, and 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 54min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Orchard, the average sunshine in August is 9.7h.

UV index

In Orchard, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Orchard?

The high-temperature during August is 76.8°F (24.9°C) and the low-temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout August, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Orchard have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Orchard have in August?

In Orchard, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Orchard, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in August
Orchard, IA

Average pressure in August - Orchard, IA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Orchard, IA

Average wind speed in August - Orchard, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.3mph

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 (7.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Orchard, IA

Average humidity in August - Orchard, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Orchard, IA

Average rainfall in August - Orchard, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in August
Orchard, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Orchard, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Orchard, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Orchard, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Orchard, IA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Orchard, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Orchard, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Orchard, IA

Average UV index in August - Orchard, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Orchard, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Orchard, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Orchard, IA

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

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

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