August weather forecast
Walford, IA

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Weather in August

In August, temperatures slightly dip from the peak summer heat, fluctuating between 62.1°F (16.7°C) and 79.5°F (26.4°C). Following the July highs, August offers a subtle reprieve while still maintaining ample summer sunshine. Walford's summer humidity often results in haze or patchy fog in the early morning hours. However, these conditions tend to lift as the day progresses, revealing mostly clear skies. As the month concludes, residents anticipate the onset of the autumn season starting in September.

Temperature

As Walford, Iowa, welcomes August, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still moderately hot 79.5°F (26.4°C), showing little deviation from July's 80.8°F (27.1°C). Walford, in the month of August, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In Walford, in August, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Walford, there are 120.7 rainfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Walford, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Walford, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

In Walford, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

During August, Walford experiences an average high-temperature of 79.5°F (26.4°C) and a low-temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Walford?

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

How many days does it rain in August?

In Walford, during August, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Walford?

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

How many hours of daylight does Walford have in August?

In Walford, Iowa, the average day length in August is 13h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Walford, IA

Average temperature in August - Walford, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Walford, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Walford, IA

Average wind speed in August - Walford, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in August
Walford, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Walford, IA

Average rainfall in August - Walford, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in August
Walford, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Walford, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Walford, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Walford, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Walford, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Walford, 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: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Walford, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Walford, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Walford, IA

Average UV index in August - Walford, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Walford, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Walford, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Walford, IA

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

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

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