August weather forecast
Park Rapids, MN

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Weather in August

August sees a slight dip in temperature, but Park Rapids, Minnesota, remains enveloped in the heat of summer. The amount of sunshine slightly decreases from July, which is matched by a drop in the UV Index. Despite the shortening days, the weather is still comfortably warm for outdoor activities. As rainfall decreases to 1.93" (49mm), the area continues to offer vibrant summer scenes and warm lake waters. Tourists can genuinely enjoy Minnesota's summer charm before the start of the fall season.

Temperature

As August takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. Park Rapids's temperature drops to an average low of 56.3°F (13.5°C) during the nights of August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Park Rapids, in August, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Park Rapids, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.7 days and collects up to 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Park Rapids is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Park Rapids, the average sunshine in August is 9.7h.

UV index

In Park Rapids, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during August translates into the following guidance:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Park Rapids, is 77.5°F (25.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Park Rapids, the average relative humidity in August is 71%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Park Rapids, in August, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Park Rapids have in August?

In Park Rapids, the average day length in August is 14h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Park Rapids, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Park Rapids have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in August in Park Rapids?

In Park Rapids, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Park Rapids, MN

Average temperature in August - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Park Rapids, MN

Average pressure in August - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg

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

Average wind speed in August
Park Rapids, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Park Rapids, MN

Average humidity in August - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average humidity in August: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in August
Park Rapids, MN

Average rainfall in August - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in August
Park Rapids, MN

Average rainfall days in August - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Park Rapids, MN

Average snowfall in August - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Park Rapids, MN

Average snowfall days in August - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Park Rapids, MN

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Park Rapids, MN

Average sunshine days in August - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Park Rapids, MN

Average UV index in August - Park Rapids, 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
Park Rapids, MN

Average cloud cover in August - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Park Rapids, MN

Average visibility in August - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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