August weather forecast
Decatur City, IA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Decatur City, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.5°F (17.5°C) and 81.9°F (27.7°C).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still warm 81.9°F (27.7°C) marks August, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in July. Decatur City cools down to an average low-temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C) throughout the month of August.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Decatur City is 79%.

Rainfall

In Decatur City, Iowa, in August, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Decatur City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.4 days and collects up to 20.24" (514mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Decatur City, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Decatur City, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of August, in Decatur City, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Decatur City, the average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Decatur City. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Decatur City in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Decatur City, records 81.9°F (27.7°C), while the low-temperature is 63.5°F (17.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Decatur City?

In Decatur City, Iowa, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Decatur City?

In August, in Decatur City, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout August, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Decatur City?

June through September are months without snowfall in Decatur City, Iowa.

How many hours of daylight does Decatur City have in August?

In Decatur City, Iowa, the average day length in August is 13h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Decatur City?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Decatur City have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Decatur City is 10h.

When is the highest UV index in Decatur City?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Decatur City?

In Decatur City, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Decatur City, IA

Average temperature in August - Decatur City, IA
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Decatur City, IA

Average pressure in August - Decatur City, IA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Decatur City, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Decatur City, IA

Average humidity in August - Decatur City, IA
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Decatur City, IA

Average rainfall in August - Decatur City, IA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in August
Decatur City, IA

Average rainfall days in August - Decatur City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Decatur City, IA

Average snowfall in August - Decatur City, IA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Decatur City, IA

Average snowfall days in August - Decatur City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Decatur City, IA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Decatur City, IA
  • 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: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Decatur City, IA

Average sunshine days in August - Decatur City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Decatur City, IA

Average UV index in August - Decatur City, 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
Decatur City, IA

Average cloud cover in August - Decatur City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Decatur City, IA

Average visibility in August - Decatur City, IA
  • 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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