August weather forecast
Ricketts, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Ricketts, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 79.7°F (26.5°C).

Temperature

With the transition into August, Ricketts notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C), closely resembling July. Throughout August, the nighttime temperature averages to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout August, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ricketts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123 days and collects up to 24.72" (628mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Ricketts, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of August in Ricketts, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.5h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 79.7°F (26.5°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Ricketts?

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

How much does it rain in August?

In Ricketts, in August, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ricketts have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Ricketts, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).

Average pressure in August
Ricketts, IA

Average pressure in August - Ricketts, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Ricketts, IA

Average wind speed in August - Ricketts, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Ricketts, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in August
Ricketts, IA

Average rainfall in August - Ricketts, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in August
Ricketts, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Ricketts, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Ricketts, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Ricketts, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ricketts, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Ricketts, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Ricketts, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Ricketts, IA

Average UV index in August - Ricketts, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Ricketts, IA

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

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
Ricketts, IA

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

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

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