August weather forecast
Great Bend, ND

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Great Bend, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 80.8°F (27.1°C) and min 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Temperature

Transitioning into August, Great Bend records an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.8°F (27.1°C), almost identical to July's 81.1°F (27.3°C). Great Bend experiences an average nighttime temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C) in the month of August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C). If exposure and ongoing activity persist, they might induce a state of tiredness and heat cramps.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. 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 critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

In Great Bend, the average relative humidity in August is 66%.

Rainfall

In Great Bend, North Dakota, in August, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Great Bend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.3 days and collects up to 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Great Bend is 14h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.5h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Great Bend?

In Great Bend, 80.8°F (27.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 59.5°F (15.3°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Great Bend?

In August, the average relative humidity in Great Bend is 66%.

How much does it rain in Great Bend in August?

In Great Bend, North Dakota, during August, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Great Bend?

In Great Bend, North Dakota, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Great Bend?

The average day length in August is 14h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Great Bend?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Great Bend have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Great Bend is 10.5h.

How high is the UV index in August in Great Bend?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Great Bend, North Dakota, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Great Bend, ND

Average temperature in August - Great Bend, ND
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Great Bend, ND

Average pressure in August - Great Bend, ND
  • Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Great Bend, ND

Average wind speed in August - Great Bend, ND
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Great Bend, ND

Average humidity in August - Great Bend, ND
  • Average humidity in August: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and September (65%).

Average rainfall in August
Great Bend, ND

Average rainfall in August - Great Bend, ND
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in August
Great Bend, ND

Average rainfall days in August - Great Bend, ND
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Great Bend, ND

Average snowfall in August - Great Bend, ND
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Great Bend, ND

Average snowfall days in August - Great Bend, ND
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Great Bend, ND

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Great Bend, ND
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Great Bend, ND

Average sunshine days in August - Great Bend, ND
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Great Bend, ND

Average UV index in August - Great Bend, ND
  • 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Great Bend, ND

Average cloud cover in August - Great Bend, ND
  • Average cloud cover in August: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in August
Great Bend, ND

Average visibility in August - Great Bend, ND
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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