August weather forecast
Columbus, ND

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Columbus, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and an average high of 80.1°F (26.7°C).

Temperature

The highest point of temperatures falls in July and August, when the average high-temperature ascends to 80.1°F (26.7°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 51%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Columbus, during August, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.6 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Columbus is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 9:29 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.8h.

UV index

In Columbus, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month?

The highest point of temperatures falls in July and August, when the average high-temperature ascends to 80.1°F (26.7°C).

What is the usual temperature for Columbus in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Columbus, is 80.1°F (26.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What is the least humid month?

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 51%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 51%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Columbus, during August, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Columbus, the average day length in August is 14h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 9:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbus have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Columbus, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Columbus, ND

Average temperature in August - Columbus, ND
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.1°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Columbus, ND

Average pressure in August - Columbus, ND
  • Average pressure in August: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Columbus, ND

Average wind speed in August - Columbus, ND
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Columbus, ND

Average humidity in August - Columbus, ND
  • Average humidity in August: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in August
Columbus, ND

Average rainfall in August - Columbus, ND
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in August
Columbus, ND

Average rainfall days in August - Columbus, ND
  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Columbus, ND

Average snowfall in August - Columbus, ND
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Columbus, ND

Average snowfall days in August - Columbus, ND
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Columbus, ND

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Columbus, ND
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Columbus, ND

Average sunshine days in August - Columbus, ND
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Columbus, ND

Average UV index in August - Columbus, ND
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Columbus, ND

Average cloud cover in August - Columbus, ND
  • Average cloud cover in August: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in August
Columbus, ND

Average visibility in August - Columbus, ND
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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