August weather forecast
Pipestone, MN

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Water trickles down on high rocks and cliffs in the Winnewissa Falls in Pipestone, Minnesota
Water trickles down on high rocks and cliffs in the Winnewissa Falls in Pipestone, Minnesota

Weather in August

In Pipestone, Minnesota, August bridges the transition from the warm summer to the crisper temperatures of fall. However, the weather largely remains warm with temperatures slightly dropping from the highs of July. Outdoor activities continue to flourish, thanks to the decent duration of daylight and sunshine hours. August signals the begin of the fall season, with the leaves taking on hues of brown and gold. Nights start growing longer, hinting at the soon-to-come winter.

Temperature

During August, Pipestone observes a subtle ascent to a still warm 79°F (26.1°C) from July's 80.6°F (27°C) in the average high-temperature. Throughout the month of August, Pipestone observes an average nighttime temperature of 59°F (15°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In Pipestone, during August, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. In Pipestone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.8 days and collects up to 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 57min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during August translates into the following guidance:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Pipestone are 79°F (26.1°C) and 59°F (15°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Pipestone, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Pipestone, in August, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Pipestone have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pipestone have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Pipestone is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Pipestone, MN

Average temperature in August - Pipestone, MN
  • Average high temperature in August: 79°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Pipestone, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Pipestone, MN

Average wind speed in August - Pipestone, MN
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Pipestone, MN

Average humidity in August - Pipestone, MN
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in August
Pipestone, MN

Average rainfall in August - Pipestone, MN
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in August
Pipestone, MN

Average rainfall days in August - Pipestone, MN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Pipestone, MN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Pipestone, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Pipestone, 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: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Pipestone, MN

Average sunshine days in August - Pipestone, MN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Pipestone, MN

Average UV index in August - Pipestone, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Pipestone, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Pipestone, MN

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

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

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