August weather forecast
Anchor, IL

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Anchor, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 79.7°F (26.5°C) and 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of August introduces an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. Anchor records an average nighttime low-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C) throughout August.

Humidity

In Anchor, the average relative humidity in August is 83%.

Rainfall

In Anchor, in August, during 13.2 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126.2 rainfall days, and 14.96" (380mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Anchor, the average sunshine in August is 9.7h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 79.7°F (26.5°C) and a low-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 83%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Anchor, Illinois, in August, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Anchor, snow does not fall in May through September.

How many hours of daylight does Anchor have in August?

In Anchor, the average day length in August is 13h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Anchor?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Anchor is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Anchor, IL

Average temperature in August - Anchor, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Anchor, IL

Average pressure in August - Anchor, IL
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Anchor, IL

Average wind speed in August - Anchor, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Anchor, IL

Average humidity in August - Anchor, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Anchor, IL

Average rainfall in August - Anchor, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.75").

Average rainfall days in August
Anchor, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Anchor, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Anchor, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Anchor, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Anchor, IL
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Anchor, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Anchor, 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 (10.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Anchor, IL

Average UV index in August - Anchor, IL
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Anchor, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Anchor, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
Anchor, IL

Average visibility in August - Anchor, IL
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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