August weather forecast
Central City, SD

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Weather in August

August continues with the summer theme, although temperatures tend to slightly decrease from those in July. As August unfolds, an occasional touch of autumn can be felt towards the end of the month. With an average low of 58.5°F (14.7°C), the city experiences mild and comfortable nights. August experiences steady rainfall, which eases the summer heat during the day. Despite some variability, August weather remains largely suited to outdoor plans and activities.

Temperature

The introduction of August in Central City sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C), hardly deviating from July. Central City's nighttime temperature in August demonstrates a noticeable plunge to a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Central City are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 51%.

Rainfall

In Central City, in August, during 12.2 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Central City, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.1 days and collects up to 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

July and August are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Central City is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:32 pm MDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.7h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during August leads to these advisories:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Central City?

In Central City, in August, the average high-temperature is 80.1°F (26.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.5°F (14.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What are the least humid months in Central City?

The months with the lowest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 51%.

What is the average humidity in August in Central City?

In August, the average relative humidity in Central City is 51%.

How much does it rain in Central City in August?

In Central City, South Dakota, in August, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Central City?

July and August are months without snowfall in Central City, South Dakota.

Does it snow in Central City in August?

In Central City, South Dakota, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in August in Central City?

In Central City, the average day length in August is 13h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Central City?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Central City, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:32 pm MDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Central City?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine.

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

In Central City, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.7h.

How high is the UV index in August in Central City?

In Central City, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Central City, SD

Average temperature in August - Central City, SD
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Central City, SD

Average pressure in August - Central City, SD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Central City, SD

Average wind speed in August - Central City, SD
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Central City, SD

Average humidity in August - Central City, SD
  • Average humidity in August: 51%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

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Average rainfall in August
Central City, SD

Average rainfall in August - Central City, SD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in August
Central City, SD

Average rainfall days in August - Central City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Central City, SD

Average snowfall in August - Central City, SD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Central City, SD

Average snowfall days in August - Central City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Central City, SD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Central City, SD
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Central City, SD

Average sunshine days in August - Central City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Central City, SD

Average UV index in August - Central City, SD
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Central City, SD

Average cloud cover in August - Central City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 16

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in August
Central City, SD

Average visibility in August - Central City, SD
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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