August weather forecast
Rudolph, SD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Rudolph, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 83.1°F (28.4°C) and an average low of 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

With the start of August, Rudolph measures an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.1°F (28.4°C), not significantly differing from July's 84.7°F (29.3°C). In August, Rudolph experiences a significant drop from daily zeniths to an average nighttime temperature of 61°F (16.1°C).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 86°F (30°C). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 60%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Rudolph, in August, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rudolph, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of August in Rudolph, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 9:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.7h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

August temperatures in Rudolph vary between a high-temperature of 83.1°F (28.4°C) and a low-temperature of 61°F (16.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Rudolph?

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 60%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 60%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Rudolph, during August, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rudolph have in August?

In August, the average day length is 14h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 9:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rudolph have in August?

In Rudolph, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Rudolph, SD

Average temperature in August - Rudolph, SD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.1°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 (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Rudolph, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Rudolph, SD

Average wind speed in August - Rudolph, SD
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Rudolph, SD

Average humidity in August - Rudolph, SD
  • Average humidity in August: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in August
Rudolph, SD

Average rainfall in August - Rudolph, SD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in August
Rudolph, SD

Average rainfall days in August - Rudolph, SD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Rudolph, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Rudolph, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rudolph, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Rudolph, SD

Average sunshine days in August - Rudolph, SD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Rudolph, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in August
Rudolph, SD

Average cloud cover in August - Rudolph, SD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in August
Rudolph, SD

Average visibility in August - Rudolph, 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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