August weather forecast
Colfax, IL

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Colfax, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and an average high of 80.1°F (26.7°C).

Temperature

Colfax measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C) in August, nearly consistent with the preceding month. August nights observe an average temperature dip to a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Colfax, Illinois, during August, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Colfax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.6 days and collects up to 16.73" (425mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Colfax, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. 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 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Colfax in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 80.1°F (26.7°C) and a low-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C). 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 appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

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

How many days does it rain in August?

In Colfax, during August, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Colfax have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Colfax have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

What are the months with 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 reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Colfax, IL

Average temperature in August - Colfax, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.1°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 (30.6°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 (18.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Colfax, IL

Average pressure in August - Colfax, 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
Colfax, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Colfax, IL

Average humidity in August - Colfax, 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
Colfax, IL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in August
Colfax, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Colfax, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Colfax, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Colfax, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 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
Colfax, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Colfax, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Colfax, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Colfax, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in August
Colfax, IL

Average UV index in August - Colfax, 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
Colfax, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Colfax, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Colfax, IL

Average visibility in August - Colfax, 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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