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
Petersburg ushers in August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. In the month of August, an average of 62.1°F (16.7°C) marks the low-temperature.Heat index
The heat index value for August is appraised at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). If exposure and activity are sustained, they might cause a feeling of weariness, resulting in heat cramps.The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 71%.Rainfall
In Petersburg, in August, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Petersburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.8 days and collects up to 18.98" (482mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Petersburg, NE
- Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Petersburg, NE
- Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Petersburg, NE
- Average wind speed in August: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).
Average humidity in August
Petersburg, NE
- Average humidity in August: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).
Average rainfall in August
Petersburg, NE
- Average rainfall in August: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").
Average rainfall days in August
Petersburg, NE
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Petersburg, NE
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Petersburg, NE
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Petersburg, NE
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Petersburg, NE
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Petersburg, NE
- 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Petersburg, NE
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Petersburg, 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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