August weather forecast
Peterson, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Peterson, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 79.3°F (26.3°C) and min 60.8°F (16°C).

Temperature

The weather during August records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. In Peterson, August's nights observe an average temperature dip to a comfortable 60.8°F (16°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Peterson, in August, during 13.1 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117 rainfall days, and 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Peterson, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Peterson, the average sunshine in August is 9.6h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in August leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Peterson during August are 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 60.8°F (16°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Peterson?

The average relative humidity in August in Peterson is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout August, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Peterson?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Peterson, the average day length in August is 13h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Peterson have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.6h.

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Peterson, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in August
Peterson, IA

Average pressure in August - Peterson, IA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Peterson, IA

Average wind speed in August - Peterson, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Peterson, IA

Average humidity in August - Peterson, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in August
Peterson, IA

Average rainfall in August - Peterson, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in August
Peterson, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Peterson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Peterson, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Peterson, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Peterson, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Peterson, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Peterson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Peterson, IA

Average UV index in August - Peterson, 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
Peterson, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Peterson, IA

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

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

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