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
Polk's weather in August displays an average high-temperature of a still warm 84.6°F (29.2°C), showing minor disparity from July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). Polk sees a consistent average low-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) in August, indicating a substantial decrease from the day's temperature.Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 70%.Rainfall
In Polk, in August, during 13.7 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114.7 rainfall days, and 20.83" (529mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall in Polk.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 46min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:47 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Polk. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: During August, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Average temperature in August
Polk, NE
- Average high temperature in August: 84.6°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 (32.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Polk, NE
- Average pressure in August: 29.94"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
Polk, NE
- Average wind speed in August: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Polk, NE
- Average humidity in August: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).
Average rainfall in August
Polk, NE
- Average rainfall in August: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in August
Polk, NE
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Polk, NE
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Polk, NE
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Polk, NE
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- 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: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Polk, NE
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Polk, 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
Polk, NE
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Polk, 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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