August weather forecast
Lesterville, SD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Lesterville, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and an average high of 83.3°F (28.5°C).

Temperature

The advent of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. The significant decline in Lesterville's temperature, from day to night, averages of 61.3°F (16.3°C) in August.

Heat index

August's heat index is appraised at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). If exposure and ongoing activity persist, they might induce a state of tiredness and heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout August, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lesterville, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.9 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of August, in Lesterville, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lesterville, South Dakota, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Lesterville. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Lesterville in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Lesterville, is 83.3°F (28.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 61.3°F (16.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Lesterville?

The average relative humidity in August is 70%.

How much does it rain in Lesterville in August?

In Lesterville, in August, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Lesterville?

In Lesterville, South Dakota, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Lesterville have in August?

In August, the average day length in Lesterville is 13h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Lesterville?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lesterville, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lesterville have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Lesterville, South Dakota, is 10.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Lesterville?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Lesterville?

In Lesterville, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Lesterville, SD

Average temperature in August - Lesterville, SD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Lesterville, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in August
Lesterville, SD

Average wind speed in August - Lesterville, SD
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Lesterville, SD

Average humidity in August - Lesterville, SD
  • Average humidity in August: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in August
Lesterville, SD

Average rainfall in August - Lesterville, SD
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in August
Lesterville, SD

Average rainfall days in August - Lesterville, SD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Lesterville, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Lesterville, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Lesterville, SD

Average sunshine days in August - Lesterville, SD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Lesterville, SD

Average UV index in August - Lesterville, SD
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Lesterville, SD

Average cloud cover in August - Lesterville, SD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in August
Lesterville, SD

Average visibility in August - Lesterville, 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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