August weather forecast
Wauneta, NE

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Wauneta, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 64°F (17.8°C) and an average high of 86.9°F (30.5°C).

Temperature

During August, the average high-temperature is a still hot 86.9°F (30.5°C), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. August, marked by an average low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C), indicates a large temperature drop from the daytime peak.

Heat index

The heat index for August is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Wauneta, the average relative humidity in August is 55%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout August, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wauneta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77.8 days and collects up to 6.93" (176mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of August in Wauneta, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:18 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 11.4h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

Wauneta in August has an average high-temperature of 86.9°F (30.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Wauneta, the average relative humidity in August is 55%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Wauneta, during August, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Wauneta, 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 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:18 pm MDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine?

July and August, with an average of 11.4h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 11.4h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Wauneta, NE
  • Average high temperature in August: 86.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in August
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Average pressure in August - Wauneta, NE
  • Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
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Average wind speed in August - Wauneta, NE
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in August
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Average humidity in August - Wauneta, NE
  • Average humidity in August: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (52%).

Average rainfall in August
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Average rainfall in August - Wauneta, NE
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.16").

Average rainfall days in August
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Average rainfall days in August - Wauneta, NE
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.9 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
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Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Wauneta, 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: 11h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
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Average sunshine days in August - Wauneta, NE
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.6 days).

Average UV index in August
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Average UV index in August - Wauneta, NE
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
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Average cloud cover in August - Wauneta, NE
  • Average cloud cover in August: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in August
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Average visibility in August - Wauneta, 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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