August weather forecast
Independence, MN

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Independence, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and an average high of 78.3°F (25.7°C).

Temperature

August's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. August witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a refreshing 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Humidity

In Independence, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Independence, in August, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.6 rainfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during August translates into the following directions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

The high-temperature during August is 78.3°F (25.7°C) and the low-temperature is 59.7°F (15.4°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

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

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout August, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length in Independence, Minnesota, is 14h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Independence, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

What is the UV index intensity 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Independence, MN

Average temperature in August - Independence, MN
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Independence, MN

Average pressure in August - Independence, MN
  • Average pressure in August: 29.94"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Independence, MN

Average wind speed in August - Independence, MN
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Independence, MN

Average humidity in August - Independence, MN
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Independence, MN

Average rainfall in August - Independence, MN
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in August
Independence, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Independence, MN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Independence, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Independence, MN

Average sunshine days in August - Independence, MN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Independence, MN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Independence, MN

Average cloud cover in August - Independence, MN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Independence, MN

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

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

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