August weather forecast
Rockdale, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Rockdale, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 78.6°F (25.9°C) and min 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

Transitioning into August, Rockdale experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 78.6°F (25.9°C), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. During August, Rockdale sees a mean low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

In Rockdale, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In Rockdale, in August, during 12.1 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rockdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.3 days and collects up to 27.4" (696mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rockdale, Iowa, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

In Rockdale, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rockdale in August?

The high-temperature during August is 78.6°F (25.9°C) and the low-temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Rockdale?

In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout August, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May 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 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Rockdale, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine?

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockdale have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Rockdale, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Rockdale, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Rockdale, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Rockdale, IA

Average humidity in August - Rockdale, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Rockdale, IA

Average rainfall in August - Rockdale, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.73"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in August
Rockdale, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Rockdale, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Rockdale, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Rockdale, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Rockdale, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Rockdale, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Rockdale, IA

Average UV index in August - Rockdale, IA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Rockdale, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Rockdale, IA

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

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

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