August weather forecast
Pocahontas, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Pocahontas, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 78.8°F (26°C) and an average low of 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

As August takes its course, Pocahontas's average high-temperature registers at a still warm 78.8°F (26°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. During August, Pocahontas consistently records a temperature low averaging a refreshing 61°F (16.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In August, in Pocahontas, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout August, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pocahontas, there are 93.7 rainfall days, and 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Pocahontas.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Pocahontas is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Pocahontas?

During August, Pocahontas experiences an average high-temperature of 78.8°F (26°C) and a low-temperature of 61°F (16.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Pocahontas?

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

How many days does it rain in August in Pocahontas?

In Pocahontas, in August, during 11 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Pocahontas?

May through September are months without snowfall in Pocahontas.

How many hours of daylight does Pocahontas have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Pocahontas?

On the first day of August in Pocahontas, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Pocahontas?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Pocahontas?

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

Average temperature in August - Pocahontas, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Pocahontas, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Pocahontas, IA

Average wind speed in August - Pocahontas, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Pocahontas, IA

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

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
Pocahontas, IA

Average rainfall in August - Pocahontas, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in August
Pocahontas, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Pocahontas, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Pocahontas, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Pocahontas, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Pocahontas, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Pocahontas, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Pocahontas, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Pocahontas, IA

Average UV index in August - Pocahontas, 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 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Pocahontas, IA

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

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

Average visibility in August
Pocahontas, IA

Average visibility in August - Pocahontas, 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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