August Weather in Ames

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Ames, United States, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 30°C (86°F). Highs can soar to 39°C (102°F), while lows may dip to 21°C (70°F). Typically, the humidity level in Ames throughout August hovers around 63%.

21°C (70°F)

Minimum temperature

30°C (86°F)

Average temperature

39°C (102°F)

Maximum temperature

63%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Ames averages 79 mm (3.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 7 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 13 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 40 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 53% probability of sunny days during this period.

79 mm (3.1 inches)

Precipitation

7 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 40 minutes

Sunshine hours

53%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Ames reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 2 4 7 10 11 11 10 7 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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