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
As August takes its course, Alexandria's average high-temperature registers at a still warm 84.4°F (29.1°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. The temperature notes a substantial fall from the daily peak to an average of 62.1°F (16.7°C) during August nights.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is estimated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Persistently participating in activities during exposure may lead to fatigue and induce heat cramps.Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 65%.Rainfall
In Alexandria, in August, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alexandria, there are 93.2 rainfall days, and 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Alexandria.Daylight
In Alexandria, South Dakota, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 56min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.7h.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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Alexandria, SD
- Average high temperature in August: 84.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Alexandria, SD
- Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Alexandria, SD
- Average wind speed in August: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Alexandria, SD
- Average humidity in August: 65%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).
Average rainfall in August
Alexandria, SD
- Average rainfall in August: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").
Average rainfall days in August
Alexandria, SD
- Average rainfall days in August: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Alexandria, SD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Alexandria, SD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Alexandria, SD
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- 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: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Alexandria, SD
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Alexandria, SD
- 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Alexandria, SD
- Average cloud cover in August: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in August
Alexandria, SD
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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