August weather forecast
Rome, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Rome, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 81.7°F (27.6°C) and an average low of 63.3°F (17.4°C).

Temperature

August experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 81.7°F (27.6°C), barely different from July's 82.4°F (28°C). An average minimum temperature of 63.3°F (17.4°C) is recorded during the month of August.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is appraised at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In August, in Rome, Iowa, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout August, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rome, Iowa, there are 140.1 rainfall days, and 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Rome, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Rome, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Rome, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During August, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Rome?

In Rome, 81.7°F (27.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 63.3°F (17.4°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Rome?

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Rome?

In Rome, Iowa, during August, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Rome?

May through September are months without snowfall in Rome.

What is the average length of the day in August in Rome?

The average day length in August in Rome, Iowa, is 13h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Rome?

On the first day of August in Rome, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:40 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rome have in August?

In Rome, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Rome?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Rome?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Rome is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Rome, IA

Average temperature in August - Rome, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Rome, IA

Average pressure in August - Rome, IA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Rome, IA

Average wind speed in August - Rome, IA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Rome, IA

Average humidity in August - Rome, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Rome, IA

Average rainfall in August - Rome, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in August
Rome, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Rome, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Rome, IA

Average snowfall in August - Rome, IA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Rome, IA

Average snowfall days in August - Rome, IA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Rome, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rome, IA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Rome, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Rome, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Rome, IA

Average UV index in August - Rome, IA
  • 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 January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Rome, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Rome, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Rome, IA

Average visibility in August - Rome, IA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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