August weather forecast
Riceville, IA

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Weather in August

August in Riceville carries the warmth of July, marking the peak of summer. This month also witnesses a high temperature, averaging 76.8°F (24.9°C), mimicking July's conditions. The rainfall eases slightly from the summer peak, contributing to a gradual transition towards the cooler autumn season. August provides plenty of daylight and sunshine hours, urging people to take advantage of outdoor leisure opportunities. Following the summer peak, the wind speed begins its slow climb back up.

Temperature

Riceville experiences a transition to a still warm 76.8°F (24.9°C) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of August, not greatly differing from July's 78.6°F (25.9°C). During the month of August, Riceville experiences a steady low-temperature average of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

In Riceville, Iowa, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Riceville, Iowa, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Riceville, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in August leads to these recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

In Riceville, 76.8°F (24.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 59.5°F (15.3°C) is the average low-temperature during August.

What is the average humidity in August?

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

How much does it rain in August?

In Riceville, in August, during 15.5 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Riceville have in August?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Riceville, IA

Average temperature in August - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average pressure in August - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average wind speed in August - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average humidity in August - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average rainfall in August - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average snowfall in August - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average snowfall days in August - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
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
Riceville, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average UV index in August - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average visibility in August - Riceville, 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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