August weather forecast
Chicago Heights, IL

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Chicago Heights, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.6°F (18.1°C) and 80.1°F (26.7°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of August, Chicago Heights's average high-temperature registers at a still warm 80.1°F (26.7°C), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. An average temperature of 64.6°F (18.1°C) marks the nights in August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Chicago Heights is 78%.

Rainfall

In Chicago Heights, during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Chicago Heights, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Chicago Heights, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Chicago Heights, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays 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. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 80.1°F (26.7°C) and 64.6°F (18.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout August, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Chicago Heights, snow does not fall in May through September.

How many hours of daylight does Chicago Heights have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.1h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Chicago Heights, IL

Average temperature in August - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Chicago Heights, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Chicago Heights, IL

Average wind speed in August - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Chicago Heights, IL

Average humidity in August - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Chicago Heights, IL

Average rainfall in August - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

Average rainfall days in August
Chicago Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Chicago Heights, IL

Average snowfall in August - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Chicago Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in August - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Chicago Heights, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Chicago Heights, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Chicago Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Chicago Heights, IL

Average UV index in August - Chicago Heights, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Chicago Heights, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Chicago Heights, IL

Average visibility in August - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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