August weather forecast
Dorchester, NE

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Dorchester, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 84.2°F (29°C) and an average low of 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

August's weather records an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C), showing little deviation from July. During August nights, Dorchester witnesses a consistent average temperature of 64°F (17.8°C).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Dorchester, in August, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 114.6 rainfall days, and 19.45" (494mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Dorchester?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 84.2°F (29°C) and a low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Dorchester, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout August, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dorchester have in August?

In Dorchester, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Dorchester?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Dorchester, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Dorchester, NE

Average temperature in August - Dorchester, NE
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Dorchester, NE

Average pressure in August - Dorchester, NE
  • Average pressure in August: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Dorchester, NE

Average wind speed in August - Dorchester, NE
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Dorchester, NE

Average humidity in August - Dorchester, NE
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in August
Dorchester, NE

Average rainfall in August - Dorchester, NE
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in August
Dorchester, NE

Average rainfall days in August - Dorchester, NE
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Dorchester, NE

Average snowfall in August - Dorchester, NE
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Dorchester, NE

Average snowfall days in August - Dorchester, NE
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dorchester, NE

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Dorchester, NE
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Dorchester, NE

Average sunshine days in August - Dorchester, NE
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Dorchester, NE

Average UV index in August - Dorchester, NE
  • 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
Dorchester, NE

Average cloud cover in August - Dorchester, NE
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in August
Dorchester, NE

Average visibility in August - Dorchester, NE
  • 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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