August weather forecast
Sheldon, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Sheldon, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 59.5°F (15.3°C) and max 79.3°F (26.3°C).

Temperature

As Sheldon, Iowa, welcomes August, the average high-temperature records at a still warm 79.3°F (26.3°C), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. During the month of August, Sheldon anticipates a mean low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Sheldon, in August, during 14.4 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sheldon, there are 128.1 rainfall days, and 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Sheldon, Iowa, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of August, in Sheldon, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Sheldon, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Sheldon?

The high-temperature, in August, in Sheldon, is 79.3°F (26.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 59.5°F (15.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Sheldon?

The average relative humidity in August in Sheldon, Iowa, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Sheldon?

In August, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout August, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Sheldon?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Sheldon have in August?

The average day length in August in Sheldon is 13h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Sheldon?

On the first day of August in Sheldon, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheldon have in August?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Sheldon?

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

Average temperature in August - Sheldon, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Sheldon, IA

Average pressure in August - Sheldon, IA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"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
Sheldon, IA

Average wind speed in August - Sheldon, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Sheldon, IA

Average humidity in August - Sheldon, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in August
Sheldon, IA

Average rainfall in August - Sheldon, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in August
Sheldon, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Sheldon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Sheldon, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Sheldon, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Sheldon, 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
Sheldon, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Sheldon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Sheldon, IA

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

Average cloud cover in August
Sheldon, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Sheldon, 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 28).

Average visibility in August
Sheldon, IA

Average visibility in August - Sheldon, 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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