August weather forecast
Preston, MN

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Preston, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 76.8°F (24.9°C) and 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

August observes an average high-temperature of a still warm 76.8°F (24.9°C), marking an insignificant difference from July's 78.1°F (25.6°C). During August, Preston experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 59°F (15°C).

Humidity

In Preston, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

In Preston, in August, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Preston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.3 days and collects up to 19.37" (492mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Preston is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Preston is 9.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Preston is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in August translates into these instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Preston?

In Preston, 76.8°F (24.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 59°F (15°C) is the average low-temperature during August.

What is the average humidity in August in Preston?

The average relative humidity in August in Preston is 82%.

How many days does it rain in August in Preston?

In Preston, Minnesota, in August, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Preston?

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

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

In August, the average day length is 13h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Preston?

On the first day of August in Preston, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Preston have in August?

In Preston, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.6h.

How high is the UV index in August in Preston?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59°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 (8.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Preston, MN

Average pressure in August - Preston, MN
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Preston, MN

Average wind speed in August - Preston, MN
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, April and November (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Preston, MN

Average humidity in August - Preston, MN
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

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
Preston, MN

Average rainfall in August - Preston, MN
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in August
Preston, MN

Average rainfall days in August - Preston, MN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Preston, MN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Preston, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Preston, 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: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Preston, MN

Average sunshine days in August - Preston, MN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Preston, MN

Average UV index in August - Preston, 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
Preston, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Preston, MN

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

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

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