August weather forecast
McKenzie, ND

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in McKenzie, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 82.2°F (27.9°C) and 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Temperature

August's average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 82.2°F (27.9°C), maintaining a close comparison with July's 83.7°F (28.7°C). Despite soaring daytime temperatures, McKenzie registers a consistent average low-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C) in August.

Heat index

August's average heat index is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C). When exposure and activity are sustained, they could induce fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 55%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In McKenzie, during August, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 105.9 rainfall days, and 15" (381mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in McKenzie.

Daylight

In McKenzie, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 9min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 9:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in McKenzie is 11h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in McKenzie, North Dakota, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in McKenzie in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 82.2°F (27.9°C) and 60.3°F (15.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the least humid month in McKenzie?

With an average relative humidity of 55%, August is the least humid month in McKenzie, North Dakota.

What is the average humidity in August in McKenzie?

In McKenzie, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in August is 55%.

How many days does it rain in August in McKenzie?

In McKenzie, North Dakota, during August, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in McKenzie?

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

What is the average length of the day in August in McKenzie?

In August, the average day length is 14h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in McKenzie?

On the first day of August in McKenzie, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 9:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in McKenzie?

In McKenzie, the average sunshine duration in August is 11h.

How high is the UV index in August in McKenzie?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in McKenzie is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
McKenzie, ND

Average temperature in August - McKenzie, ND
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

Average pressure in August
McKenzie, ND

Average pressure in August - McKenzie, ND
  • Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
McKenzie, ND

Average wind speed in August - McKenzie, ND
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in August
McKenzie, ND

Average humidity in August - McKenzie, ND
  • Average humidity in August: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in August
McKenzie, ND

Average rainfall in August - McKenzie, ND
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in August
McKenzie, ND

Average rainfall days in August - McKenzie, ND
  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
McKenzie, ND

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
McKenzie, ND

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
McKenzie, ND

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

Average UV index in August
McKenzie, ND

Average UV index in August - McKenzie, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
McKenzie, ND

Average cloud cover in August - McKenzie, ND
  • Average cloud cover in August: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in August
McKenzie, ND

Average visibility in August - McKenzie, 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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