August weather forecast
Washta, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Washta, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 79.5°F (26.4°C) and min 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

August's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still warm 79.5°F (26.4°C) from July's 81.9°F (27.7°C). An average low-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) is noted during the month of August.

Humidity

In Washta, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Washta, during August, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Washta, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.4 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Washta, the average sunshine in August is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Washta, is 79.5°F (26.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 61.3°F (16.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Washta, in August, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Washta have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Washta, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Washta, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.4h.

How high is the UV index in August?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.3°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 (13.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Washta, IA

Average pressure in August - Washta, 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
Washta, IA

Average wind speed in August - Washta, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Washta, IA

Average humidity in August - Washta, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (67%).

Average rainfall in August
Washta, IA

Average rainfall in August - Washta, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in August
Washta, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Washta, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Washta, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Washta, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Washta, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Washta, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Washta, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Washta, IA

Average UV index in August - Washta, 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
Washta, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Washta, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Washta, IA

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

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

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