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
August's average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 81.3°F (27.4°C), maintaining a close comparison with July's 82°F (27.8°C). An average low-temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C) is noted during the nights in August.Heat index
In August, the heat index is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C). Ongoing activity coupled with exposure often results in weariness and could induce heat cramps.In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 46%, August is the least humid month in Fortuna.Rainfall
In Fortuna, in August, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fortuna, there are 93.3 rainfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Fortuna, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Fortuna is 14h and 19min.On the first day of August in Fortuna, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 9:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Fortuna, the average sunshine in August is 11.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Fortuna, ND
- Average high temperature in August: 81.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 60.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (6.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Fortuna, ND
- Average pressure in August: 29.89"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Fortuna, ND
- Average wind speed in August: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Fortuna, ND
- Average humidity in August: 46%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).
Average rainfall in August
Fortuna, ND
- Average rainfall in August: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").
Average rainfall days in August
Fortuna, ND
- Average rainfall days in August: 9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Fortuna, ND
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Fortuna, ND
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fortuna, ND
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Fortuna, ND
- Average sunshine days in August: 20.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and June (13.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Fortuna, ND
- Average UV index in August: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Fortuna, ND
- Average cloud cover in August: 19
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in August
Fortuna, ND
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
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