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
West Britton, South Dakota, commences August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. During the nights in August, an average low-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) is observed.Heat index
In August, the heat index is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. 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 highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 62%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout August, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.5 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 4min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In West Britton, the average sunshine in August is 10.7h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in August leads to these recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Average temperature in August
West Britton, SD
- Average high temperature in August: 81.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 59.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in August
West Britton, 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
West Britton, SD
- Average wind speed in August: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).
Average humidity in August
West Britton, SD
- Average humidity in August: 62%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).
Average rainfall in August
West Britton, SD
- Average rainfall in August: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in August
West Britton, SD
- Average rainfall days in August: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
West Britton, SD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
West Britton, SD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
West Britton, 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: 10h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
West Britton, SD
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in August
West Britton, 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 November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
West Britton, SD
- Average cloud cover in August: 23
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in August
West Britton, SD
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).
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