August weather forecast
Brainerd, MN

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Buildings and deep road veins of Brainerd Town, Minnesota
Buildings and deep road veins of Brainerd Town, Minnesota

Weather in August

August continues the summer ambiance in Brainerd, Minnesota, albeit with a hint of upcoming autumn. Despite being the end of summer, the temperatures remain substantially high whereas the rainfall measures 1.54" (39mm) over 11 days. Comparatively, this month is less humid than July, offering slightly more comfortable settings. An increased rate of cloud cover indicates the approaching seasonal switch. As the city soaks up the last stretch of summer, lakeside picnics and backyard barbeques are a common sight.

Temperature

Brainerd experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) in August, marking an insignificant shift from 80.4°F (26.9°C) in July. August nights bring a significant cooling from the heat of the day, with averages of 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Brainerd, in August, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Brainerd, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.5 days and collects up to 19.69" (500mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:47 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Brainerd in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Brainerd, records 78.6°F (25.9°C), while the low-temperature is 56.7°F (13.7°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Brainerd, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Brainerd, in August, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Brainerd have in August?

In August, the average day length in Brainerd is 14h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Brainerd, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Brainerd?

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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
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Average temperature in August
Brainerd, MN

Average temperature in August - Brainerd, MN
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Brainerd, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Brainerd, MN

Average wind speed in August - Brainerd, MN
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Brainerd, MN

Average humidity in August - Brainerd, MN
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Brainerd, MN

Average rainfall in August - Brainerd, MN
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in August
Brainerd, MN

Average rainfall days in August - Brainerd, MN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Brainerd, MN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Brainerd, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Brainerd, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Brainerd, MN

Average sunshine days in August - Brainerd, MN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

Average UV index in August
Brainerd, MN

Average UV index in August - Brainerd, MN
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Brainerd, MN

Average cloud cover in August - Brainerd, MN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
Brainerd, MN

Average visibility in August - Brainerd, MN
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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