August weather forecast
Fairburn, SD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Fairburn, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 80.1°F (26.7°C).

Temperature

August's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.1°F (26.7°C), showing a minute difference from July's 81.7°F (27.6°C). Contrasting the daytime warmth, Fairburn's August nights cool down to an average of 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 52%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Fairburn, during August, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.4 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through August are months without snowfall in Fairburn.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:29 pm MDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.7h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fairburn in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 80.1°F (26.7°C) and a low-temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What are the least humid months?

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 52%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 52%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Fairburn, in August, during 16.6 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Fairburn, snow does not fall in June through August.

Does it snow in August?

In Fairburn, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:29 pm MDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairburn have in August?

In Fairburn, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.7h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Fairburn, SD

Average temperature in August - Fairburn, SD
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Fairburn, SD

Average pressure in August - Fairburn, SD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Fairburn, SD

Average wind speed in August - Fairburn, SD
  • Average wind speed in August: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in August
Fairburn, SD

Average humidity in August - Fairburn, SD
  • Average humidity in August: 52%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

Average rainfall in August
Fairburn, SD

Average rainfall in August - Fairburn, SD
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in August
Fairburn, SD

Average rainfall days in August - Fairburn, SD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Fairburn, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is April (7.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Fairburn, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fairburn, 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: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Fairburn, SD

Average sunshine days in August - Fairburn, SD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Fairburn, SD

Average UV index in August - Fairburn, SD
  • 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Fairburn, SD

Average cloud cover in August - Fairburn, SD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in August
Fairburn, SD

Average visibility in August - Fairburn, SD
  • 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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