August weather forecast
South Switch Junction, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in South Switch Junction, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 78.6°F (25.9°C) and an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

South Switch Junction records an average high-temperature of a still warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) as August arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. During the month of August, the temperature falls to an average of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In South Switch Junction, during August, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In South Switch Junction, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.3 days and collects up to 27.4" (696mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

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 7:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during August leads to these instructions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in South Switch Junction?

During August, South Switch Junction experiences an average high-temperature of 78.6°F (25.9°C) and a low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

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?

In South Switch Junction, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in South Switch Junction?

In August, on the first day of the month, 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 7:37 pm CDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in August?

In South Switch Junction, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.7h.

What is the UV index reading in August in South Switch Junction?

In South Switch Junction, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
South Switch Junction, IA

Average temperature in August - South Switch Junction, 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
South Switch Junction, IA

Average pressure in August - South Switch Junction, 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
South Switch Junction, IA

Average wind speed in August - South Switch Junction, 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
South Switch Junction, IA

Average humidity in August - South Switch Junction, 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
South Switch Junction, IA

Average rainfall in August - South Switch Junction, 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
South Switch Junction, IA

Average rainfall days in August - South Switch Junction, 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
South Switch Junction, IA

Average snowfall in August - South Switch Junction, 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
South Switch Junction, IA

Average snowfall days in August - South Switch Junction, 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
South Switch Junction, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - South Switch Junction, 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
South Switch Junction, IA

Average sunshine days in August - South Switch Junction, 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
South Switch Junction, IA

Average UV index in August - South Switch Junction, 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
South Switch Junction, IA

Average cloud cover in August - South Switch Junction, 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
South Switch Junction, IA

Average visibility in August - South Switch Junction, 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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