August weather forecast
Elgin, MN

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Elgin, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 58.8°F (14.9°C) and max 76.8°F (24.9°C).

Temperature

In Elgin, August's average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C), closely related to the preceding month. Nighttime temperatures in August average to a mild 58.8°F (14.9°C) in Elgin.

Humidity

In Elgin, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In Elgin, Minnesota, in August, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elgin, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.4 days and collects up to 25.59" (650mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Elgin, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Elgin, Minnesota, is 9.7h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Elgin?

The high-temperature, in August, in Elgin, records 76.8°F (24.9°C), while the low-temperature is 58.8°F (14.9°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Elgin?

In Elgin, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

How many days does it rain in August in Elgin?

In Elgin, Minnesota, in August, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Elgin?

June through September are months without snowfall in Elgin, Minnesota.

How many hours of daylight does Elgin have in August?

The average day length in August in Elgin is 13h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Elgin?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elgin, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Elgin?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.7h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Elgin?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Elgin, MN

Average temperature in August - Elgin, MN
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Elgin, MN

Average pressure in August - Elgin, MN
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Elgin, MN

Average wind speed in August - Elgin, MN
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Elgin, MN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Elgin, MN

Average rainfall in August - Elgin, MN
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in August
Elgin, MN

Average rainfall days in August - Elgin, MN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Elgin, MN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Elgin, MN

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Elgin, MN
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Elgin, MN

Average sunshine days in August - Elgin, MN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Elgin, MN

Average UV index in August - Elgin, 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
Elgin, MN

Average cloud cover in August - Elgin, MN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Elgin, MN

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

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

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