August weather forecast
Alexandria, MN

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Alexandria, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.7°F (14.3°C) and max 77.7°F (25.4°C).

Temperature

Alexandria experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 77.7°F (25.4°C) in August, closely aligned with July's 78.8°F (26°C). An average low-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C) is observed during the August nights.

Humidity

In Alexandria, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Alexandria, in August, during 12.9 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 108.9 rainfall days, and 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Alexandria, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in August leads to these recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Alexandria, is 77.7°F (25.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Alexandria, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Alexandria, in August, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Alexandria, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Alexandria have in August?

In August, the average day length is 14h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Alexandria, MN

Average temperature in August - Alexandria, MN
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Alexandria, MN

Average pressure in August - Alexandria, MN
  • Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Alexandria, MN

Average wind speed in August - Alexandria, MN
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Alexandria, MN

Average humidity in August - Alexandria, MN
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in August
Alexandria, MN

Average rainfall in August - Alexandria, MN
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in August
Alexandria, MN

Average rainfall days in August - Alexandria, MN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Alexandria, MN

Average snowfall in August - Alexandria, MN
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Alexandria, MN

Average snowfall days in August - Alexandria, MN
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Alexandria, MN

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Alexandria, MN
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Alexandria, MN

Average sunshine days in August - Alexandria, MN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Alexandria, MN

Average UV index in August - Alexandria, MN
  • 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Alexandria, MN

Average cloud cover in August - Alexandria, MN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Alexandria, MN

Average visibility in August - Alexandria, MN
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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