August weather forecast
Dakota, MN

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Dakota, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 77.7°F (25.4°C).

Temperature

The weather during August records an average high-temperature of a still warm 77.7°F (25.4°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. During August, Dakota's temperature averages to a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Dakota, in August, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137 days and collects up to 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:42 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Dakota, the average sunshine in August is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During August, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Dakota?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dakota during August are 77.7°F (25.4°C) and 58.3°F (14.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 81%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout August, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Dakota have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:42 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.6h.

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 reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Dakota, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Dakota, MN

Average pressure in August - Dakota, MN
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Dakota, MN

Average wind speed in August - Dakota, MN
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Dakota, MN

Average humidity in August - Dakota, MN
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Dakota, MN

Average rainfall in August - Dakota, MN
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in August
Dakota, MN

Average rainfall days in August - Dakota, MN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Dakota, MN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Dakota, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Dakota, MN
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Dakota, MN

Average sunshine days in August - Dakota, MN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Dakota, MN

Average UV index in August - Dakota, 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
Dakota, MN

Average cloud cover in August - Dakota, MN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
Dakota, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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