August weather forecast
Altona, IL

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Altona, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and an average low of 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

The start of August sees the average high-temperature at a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C), showing little difference from July's 81.1°F (27.3°C). In August, the recorded average low-temperature in Altona is a refreshing 63°F (17.2°C).

Humidity

In Altona, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In Altona, in August, during 13.2 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Altona, there are 127.7 rainfall days, and 17.8" (452mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Altona is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Altona is 9.9h.

UV index

In Altona, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Altona in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Altona are 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 63°F (17.2°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Altona?

The average relative humidity in August in Altona is 81%.

How many days does it rain in August in Altona?

In Altona, in August, during 13.2 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Altona?

In Altona, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through September.

How many hours of daylight does Altona have in August?

The average day length in August in Altona, Illinois, is 13h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Altona?

On the first day of August in Altona, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Altona have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Altona is 9.9h.

How high is the UV index in August in Altona?

In Altona, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Altona, IL

Average temperature in August - Altona, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Altona, IL

Average pressure in August - Altona, IL
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Altona, IL

Average wind speed in August - Altona, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Altona, IL

Average humidity in August - Altona, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Altona, IL

Average rainfall in August - Altona, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in August
Altona, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Altona, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Altona, IL

Average snowfall in August - Altona, IL
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Altona, IL

Average snowfall days in August - Altona, IL
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Altona, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Altona, IL
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Altona, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Altona, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Altona, IL

Average UV index in August - Altona, IL
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Altona, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Altona, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Altona, IL

Average visibility in August - Altona, IL
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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