Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
Ralph in August witnesses an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.4°F (28°C), indicating a slight variation from July's 84.7°F (29.3°C). Ralph's average low-temperature in August is measured at a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 50%, August is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Ralph, in August, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.8 rainfall days, and 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Ralph, snow does not fall in July through September.Daylight
In Ralph, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 11.4h.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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Average temperature in August
Ralph, SD
- Average high temperature in August: 82.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 61.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).
Average pressure in August
Ralph, SD
- Average pressure in August: 29.9"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Ralph, SD
- Average wind speed in August: 9.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Ralph, SD
- Average humidity in August: 50%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).
Average rainfall in August
Ralph, SD
- Average rainfall in August: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").
Average rainfall days in August
Ralph, SD
- Average rainfall days in August: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ralph, SD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ralph, SD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ralph, SD
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ralph, SD
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Ralph, 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 November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Ralph, SD
- Average cloud cover in August: 20
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in August
Ralph, 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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