August weather forecast
Whiting, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Whiting, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 82°F (27.8°C) and min 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

Whiting's August showcases an average high-temperature of a still warm 82°F (27.8°C), hardly distinct from July's 83.8°F (28.8°C). Throughout August, an average nighttime temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C) is experienced in Whiting.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is computed to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Exhaustion becomes probable with enduring exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Whiting is 76%.

Rainfall

In Whiting, during August, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.6 rainfall days, and 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Whiting, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Whiting, the average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Whiting in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Whiting, is 82°F (27.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 61.7°F (16.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Whiting?

The average relative humidity in August in Whiting is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Whiting?

In Whiting, during August, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Whiting?

In Whiting, Iowa, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Whiting?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Whiting?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Whiting, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Whiting?

The average sunshine duration in August in Whiting, Iowa, is 9.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Whiting?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August in Whiting?

In Whiting, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Whiting, IA

Average temperature in August - Whiting, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Whiting, IA

Average pressure in August - Whiting, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Whiting, IA

Average wind speed in August - Whiting, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Whiting, IA

Average humidity in August - Whiting, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (66%).

Average rainfall in August
Whiting, IA

Average rainfall in August - Whiting, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in August
Whiting, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Whiting, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Whiting, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Whiting, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Whiting, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Whiting, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Whiting, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in August
Whiting, IA

Average UV index in August - Whiting, IA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Whiting, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in August
Whiting, IA

Average visibility in August - Whiting, 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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