August weather forecast
Swatara, MN

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Swatara, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 77.2°F (25.1°C) and 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

As July turns into August, the average high-temperatures rest at a still warm 77.2°F (25.1°C), showing a minor variation from the prior month. Swatara reports a sharp reduction in temperature during August, averaging at a cool 55°F (12.8°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout August, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 9min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in August transforms into this advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 77.2°F (25.1°C) and a low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout August, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Swatara, the average day length in August is 14h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Swatara have in August?

In Swatara, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.4h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Swatara, MN
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.2°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 (15.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Swatara, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Swatara, MN

Average wind speed in August - Swatara, MN
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Swatara, MN

Average humidity in August - Swatara, MN
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Swatara, MN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in August
Swatara, MN

Average rainfall days in August - Swatara, MN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Swatara, MN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Swatara, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Swatara, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Swatara, MN

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

The months with the most sunshine days are August and September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Swatara, MN

Average UV index in August - Swatara, 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
Swatara, MN

Average cloud cover in August - Swatara, MN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August
Swatara, MN

Average visibility in August - Swatara, MN
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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