August weather forecast
Altoona, WI

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Altoona, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 76.8°F (24.9°C).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still warm 76.8°F (24.9°C) marks August, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in July. In August, the average low-temperature records at a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Altoona, Wisconsin, during August, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Altoona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.5 days and collects up to 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Altoona, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 0min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

In Altoona, 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 the average person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Altoona in August?

August temperatures in Altoona vary between a high-temperature of 76.8°F (24.9°C) and a low-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Altoona, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Altoona, during August, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Altoona have in August?

In August, the average day length is 14h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Altoona is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Altoona, WI

Average temperature in August - Altoona, WI
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Altoona, WI

Average pressure in August - Altoona, WI
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Altoona, WI

Average wind speed in August - Altoona, WI
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Altoona, WI

Average humidity in August - Altoona, WI
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Altoona, WI

Average rainfall in August - Altoona, WI
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in August
Altoona, WI

Average rainfall days in August - Altoona, WI
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Altoona, WI

Average snowfall in August - Altoona, WI
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Altoona, WI

Average snowfall days in August - Altoona, WI
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Altoona, WI

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Altoona, WI
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Altoona, WI

Average sunshine days in August - Altoona, WI
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in August
Altoona, WI

Average UV index in August - Altoona, WI
  • Average UV index in August: 5

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

Average cloud cover in August
Altoona, WI

Average cloud cover in August - Altoona, WI
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
Altoona, WI

Average visibility in August - Altoona, WI
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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