August weather forecast
Union, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Union, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 78.4°F (25.8°C) and min 60.8°F (16°C).

Temperature

August begins with an average high-temperature of a still warm 78.4°F (25.8°C), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. In Union, in August, the average low-temperature is a comfortable 60.8°F (16°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Union, Iowa, is 82%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout August, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Union, during the entire year, the rain falls for 83.5 days and collects up to 6.5" (165mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Union, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

During August, Union experiences an average high-temperature of 78.4°F (25.8°C) and a low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

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

How much does it rain in August?

In Union, during August, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Union have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Union?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Union, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Union have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Union, IA

Average temperature in August - Union, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Union, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Union, IA

Average wind speed in August - Union, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Union, IA

Average humidity in August - Union, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Union, IA

Average rainfall in August - Union, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in August
Union, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Union, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Union, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Union, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Union, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Union, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Union, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Union, IA

Average UV index in August - Union, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Union, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Union, IA

Average visibility in August - Union, IA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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