August weather forecast
Cortland, IL

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Cortland, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 61.2°F (16.2°C) and max 78.4°F (25.8°C).

Temperature

The initiation of August records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. Cortland throughout August, records an average low-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Cortland, in August, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.6 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Cortland, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Cortland, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer 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: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

During August, Cortland experiences an average high-temperature of 78.4°F (25.8°C) and a low-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 84%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, in Cortland, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout August, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Cortland, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Cortland, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.5h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Cortland, IL

Average temperature in August - Cortland, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Cortland, IL

Average pressure in August - Cortland, 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
Cortland, IL

Average wind speed in August - Cortland, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Cortland, IL

Average humidity in August - Cortland, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Cortland, IL

Average rainfall in August - Cortland, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.65").

Average rainfall days in August
Cortland, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Cortland, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Cortland, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Cortland, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cortland, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Cortland, IL
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Cortland, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Cortland, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Cortland, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Cortland, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Cortland, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
Cortland, IL

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

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

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