Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
Valley City's transition from July to August introduces an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C), marking an insignificant variation from the 85.6°F (29.8°C). Throughout August, Valley City witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 65.8°F (18.8°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Valley City, in August, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126.4 rainfall days, and 20.08" (510mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Valley City, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Valley City, the average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Average temperature in August
Valley City, MO
- Average high temperature in August: 84.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Valley City, MO
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Valley City, MO
- Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Valley City, MO
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Valley City, MO
- Average rainfall in August: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in August
Valley City, MO
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Valley City, MO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Valley City, MO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Valley City, MO
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Valley City, MO
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (13.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Valley City, MO
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Valley City, MO
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Valley City, MO
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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