August weather forecast
West Union, IA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in West Union, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.5°F (15.3°C) and 77.5°F (25.3°C).

Temperature

The advent of August presents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. During August nights, West Union records an average temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In West Union, in August, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.8h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in August leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

During August, West Union experiences an average high-temperature of 77.5°F (25.3°C) and a low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in August in West Union?

In West Union, during August, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does West Union have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

August has the most sunshine of the year in West Union, Iowa, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In West Union, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
West Union, IA

Average temperature in August - West Union, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in August
West Union, IA

Average pressure in August - West Union, IA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
West Union, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in August
West Union, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in August
West Union, IA

Average rainfall in August - West Union, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in August
West Union, IA

Average rainfall days in August - West Union, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
West Union, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
West Union, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
West Union, IA

Average sunshine days in August - West Union, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

Average UV index in August
West Union, IA

Average UV index in August - West Union, IA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
West Union, IA

Average cloud cover in August - West Union, 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
West Union, IA

Average visibility in August - West Union, IA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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