August weather forecast
Garden City, SD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Garden City, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59°F (15°C) and 80.1°F (26.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. During the month of August, Garden City experiences a steady low-temperature average of 59°F (15°C).

Humidity

In Garden City, the average relative humidity in August is 69%.

Rainfall

In August, in Garden City, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout August, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Garden City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.3 days and collects up to 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Garden City, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Garden City, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

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 radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during August translates into the following directions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 80.1°F (26.7°C) and 59°F (15°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 69%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Garden City, in August, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Garden City have in August?

In Garden City, the average day length in August is 14h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Garden City is 10.3h.

How high is the UV index in August?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Garden City, SD

Average pressure in August - Garden City, SD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.92"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
Garden City, SD

Average wind speed in August - Garden City, SD
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Garden City, SD

Average humidity in August - Garden City, SD
  • Average humidity in August: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (68%).

Average rainfall in August
Garden City, SD

Average rainfall in August - Garden City, SD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in August
Garden City, SD

Average rainfall days in August - Garden City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Garden City, SD

Average snowfall in August - Garden City, SD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Garden City, SD

Average snowfall days in August - Garden City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Garden City, SD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Garden City, SD
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Garden City, SD

Average sunshine days in August - Garden City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Garden City, SD

Average UV index in August - Garden City, 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
Garden City, SD

Average cloud cover in August - Garden City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Garden City, SD

Average visibility in August - Garden City, 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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