August weather forecast
Oacoma, SD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Oacoma, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 85.8°F (29.9°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Temperature

Oacoma experiences an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.8°F (29.9°C) in August, subtly different from July's 88°F (31.1°C). In Oacoma, the nighttime temperature registers a significant drop from daytime peaks to an average of 63.7°F (17.6°C) in August.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Long-standing exposure and activity could induce a feeling of tiredness and lead to heat cramps.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Oacoma, in August, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Oacoma, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Oacoma, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 9:00 pm. On the last day of August, in Oacoma, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 8:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Oacoma is 11h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Oacoma during August?

In Oacoma, 85.8°F (29.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 63.7°F (17.6°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Oacoma?

In August, the average relative humidity in Oacoma, South Dakota, is 59%.

How much does it rain in Oacoma in August?

In Oacoma, in August, during 11 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Oacoma?

May through September are months without snowfall in Oacoma, South Dakota.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Oacoma?

On the first day of August in Oacoma, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 9:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 8:14 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oacoma have in August?

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

What is the month with the highest UV index in Oacoma?

The months with the highest UV index in Oacoma, South Dakota, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Oacoma?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Oacoma is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Oacoma, SD

Average temperature in August - Oacoma, SD
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Oacoma, SD

Average pressure in August - Oacoma, SD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Oacoma, SD

Average wind speed in August - Oacoma, SD
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Oacoma, SD

Average humidity in August - Oacoma, SD
  • Average humidity in August: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in August
Oacoma, SD

Average rainfall in August - Oacoma, SD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in August
Oacoma, SD

Average rainfall days in August - Oacoma, SD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Oacoma, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Oacoma, SD

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Oacoma, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Oacoma, SD

Average sunshine days in August - Oacoma, SD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Oacoma, SD

Average UV index in August - Oacoma, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Oacoma, SD

Average cloud cover in August - Oacoma, SD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in August
Oacoma, SD

Average visibility in August - Oacoma, 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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