August weather forecast
Bridgewater, SD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Bridgewater, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 81.1°F (27.3°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Temperature

Bridgewater's August reports an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C), exhibiting a minor difference from July. Bridgewater reports a steady low-temperature average of 59.5°F (15.3°C) throughout August, revealing a large deviation from the daytime high.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 86°F (30°C). Uninterrupted exposure and activity might result in fatigue, potentially causing heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. 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

In Bridgewater, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

In Bridgewater, in August, during 13.9 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Bridgewater, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Bridgewater, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

In Bridgewater, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during August translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

In Bridgewater, 81.1°F (27.3°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. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Bridgewater, in August, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bridgewater have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bridgewater have in August?

In Bridgewater, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Bridgewater, SD

Average temperature in August - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Bridgewater, SD

Average pressure in August - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Bridgewater, SD

Average wind speed in August - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Bridgewater, SD

Average humidity in August - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in August
Bridgewater, SD

Average rainfall in August - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in August
Bridgewater, SD

Average rainfall days in August - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Bridgewater, SD

Average snowfall in August - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Bridgewater, SD

Average snowfall days in August - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bridgewater, SD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Bridgewater, SD

Average sunshine days in August - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Bridgewater, SD

Average UV index in August - Bridgewater, SD
  • 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Bridgewater, SD

Average cloud cover in August - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Bridgewater, SD

Average visibility in August - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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