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
The unfolding of August shows an average high-temperature of a warm 84.9°F (29.4°C), indicating a slight variance from July's 86.4°F (30.2°C). The nighttime temperature, during August, averages of 66.2°F (19°C).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Belle Prairie City, Illinois, during August, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Belle Prairie City, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.1 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Belle Prairie City, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 36min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, in Belle Prairie City, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Average temperature in August
Belle Prairie City, IL
- Average high temperature in August: 84.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Belle Prairie City, IL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Belle Prairie City, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).
Average humidity in August
Belle Prairie City, IL
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Belle Prairie City, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in August
Belle Prairie City, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Belle Prairie City, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Belle Prairie City, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Belle Prairie City, IL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Belle Prairie City, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Belle Prairie City, IL
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Belle Prairie City, IL
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Belle Prairie City, IL
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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