August weather forecast
Plato, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Plato, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 80.4°F (26.9°C) and 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

In August, Plato's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.4°F (26.9°C), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. Plato's temperature in August lowers to a consistent average of 62.2°F (16.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In Plato, in August, during 13.1 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Plato, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.1 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Plato, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Plato, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

In Plato, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Plato in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Plato, records 80.4°F (26.9°C), while the low-temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity in Plato is 80%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout August, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Plato have in August?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Plato have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Plato is 9.9h.

How high is the UV index in August?

In Plato, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Plato, IA

Average temperature in August - Plato, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.2°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 (15.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Plato, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Plato, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Plato, IA

Average humidity in August - Plato, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Plato, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in August
Plato, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Plato, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Plato, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in August
Plato, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Plato, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Plato, IA

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

Average cloud cover in August
Plato, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Plato, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Plato, IA

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

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

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