August weather forecast
Lafayette, MN

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Lafayette, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 59.4°F (15.2°C) and max 78.6°F (25.9°C).

Temperature

As Lafayette, Minnesota, steps into August, the average high-temperature is measured at a still moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C), displaying minor differences from July's 80.4°F (26.9°C). Throughout the month of August, Lafayette sees a steady low-temperature average of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Humidity

In Lafayette, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Lafayette, in August, during 11.6 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lafayette, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.2 days and collects up to 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Lafayette, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Lafayette, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.7h.

UV index

In Lafayette, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lafayette in August?

The high-temperature during August is 78.6°F (25.9°C) and the low-temperature is 59.4°F (15.2°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Lafayette, during August, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Lafayette, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Lafayette?

In Lafayette, the average day length in August is 13h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Lafayette, 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 (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in August
Lafayette, MN

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

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

Average wind speed in August
Lafayette, MN

Average wind speed in August - Lafayette, MN
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Lafayette, MN

Average humidity in August - Lafayette, MN
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (69%).

Average rainfall in August
Lafayette, MN

Average rainfall in August - Lafayette, MN
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in August
Lafayette, MN

Average rainfall days in August - Lafayette, MN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Lafayette, MN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Lafayette, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
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: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Lafayette, MN

Average sunshine days in August - Lafayette, MN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Lafayette, MN

Average UV index in August - Lafayette, 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
Lafayette, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Lafayette, MN

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

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

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