August weather forecast
Bunker Hill, IL

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Bunker Hill, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 83.1°F (28.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of August, the average high-temperature registers at a still moderately hot 83.1°F (28.4°C), subtly different from July's 84.4°F (29.1°C). August's nights observe an average temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is evaluated at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.

Humidity

In Bunker Hill, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Bunker Hill, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Bunker Hill, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Bunker Hill, is 83.1°F (28.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 65.5°F (18.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Bunker Hill, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Bunker Hill in August?

In Bunker Hill, in August, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Bunker Hill, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Bunker Hill have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bunker Hill have in August?

In Bunker Hill, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Bunker Hill, IL

Average temperature in August - Bunker Hill, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in August
Bunker Hill, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Bunker Hill, IL

Average wind speed in August - Bunker Hill, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Bunker Hill, IL

Average humidity in August - Bunker Hill, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Bunker Hill, IL

Average rainfall in August - Bunker Hill, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in August
Bunker Hill, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Bunker Hill, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Bunker Hill, IL

Average snowfall in August - Bunker Hill, IL
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Bunker Hill, IL

Average snowfall days in August - Bunker Hill, IL
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 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
Bunker Hill, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Bunker Hill, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Bunker Hill, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Bunker Hill, IL

Average UV index in August - Bunker Hill, IL
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Bunker Hill, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Bunker Hill, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Bunker Hill, IL

Average visibility in August - Bunker Hill, 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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