August weather forecast
South Salt Lake, UT

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in South Salt Lake, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 81.3°F (27.4°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

The advent of August signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.3°F (27.4°C), aligning closely with July. The significant decline in South Salt Lake's temperature, from day to night, averages of 58.1°F (14.5°C) in August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 39%.

Rainfall

In South Salt Lake, in August, during 8.5 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.5 rainfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In South Salt Lake, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 8:00 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 12h of sunshine.

UV index

In South Salt Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

The high-temperature, in August, in South Salt Lake, records 81.3°F (27.4°C), while the low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In South Salt Lake, the average relative humidity in August is 39%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In South Salt Lake, in August, during 8.5 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In South Salt Lake, Utah, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In South Salt Lake, the average day length in August is 13h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 8:00 pm MDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 12h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 12h.

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
South Salt Lake, UT

Average temperature in August - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in August
South Salt Lake, UT

Average pressure in August - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
South Salt Lake, UT

Average wind speed in August - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.7mph).

Average humidity in August
South Salt Lake, UT

Average humidity in August - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average humidity in August: 39%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (38%).

Average rainfall in August
South Salt Lake, UT

Average rainfall in August - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.67").

Average rainfall days in August
South Salt Lake, UT

Average rainfall days in August - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average rainfall days in August: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
South Salt Lake, UT

Average snowfall in August - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
South Salt Lake, UT

Average snowfall days in August - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
South Salt Lake, UT

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
South Salt Lake, UT

Average sunshine days in August - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.5 days).

Average UV index in August
South Salt Lake, UT

Average UV index in August - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
South Salt Lake, UT

Average cloud cover in August - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average cloud cover in August: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in August
South Salt Lake, UT

Average visibility in August - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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