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
With the onset of August, the average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C), closely aligned with July's 84.6°F (29.2°C). During the month of August, an average low-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C) is recorded in Ralston.Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In Ralston, in August, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116 rainfall days, and 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Ralston, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 46min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Ralston, the average sunshine in August is 9.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Ralston, NE
- Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Ralston, NE
- Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Ralston, NE
- Average wind speed in August: 7.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).
Average humidity in August
Ralston, NE
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).
Average rainfall in August
Ralston, NE
- Average rainfall in August: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").
Average rainfall days in August
Ralston, NE
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ralston, NE
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ralston, NE
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ralston, 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: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ralston, NE
- Average sunshine days in August: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Ralston, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Ralston, NE
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Ralston, 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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