August weather forecast
Ogallala, NE

August may be a touch cooler than July, with temperatures dipping to a high of 88°F (31.1°C), surprisingly providing a comforting respite from the scorching summer highs. The decrease in daylight hours may be a precursor to autumn's arrival. However, the summer weather charm continues to lure people out to enjoy the last bouts of summer enthusiasm. As the nights gradually cool, it signals the approaching transition to the new season.

Temperature

Stepping into August, Ogallala records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 88°F (31.1°C), almost consistent with July. Ogallala reports a steady low-temperature average of 60.1°F (15.6°C) throughout August, revealing a large deviation from the daytime high.

Rainfall

In Ogallala, in August, during 8 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ogallala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86 days and collects up to 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of August, in Ogallala, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:20 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 9 transforms into these recommendations:
Never neglect to protect yourself. Eyes and skin can suffer swift damage. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Applying and reapplying a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum SPF 30 after every two hours, outdoor workout, or swim is recommended.