August weather forecast
Darien, IL

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Darien, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 64.8°F (18.2°C) and an average high of 81.1°F (27.3°C).

Temperature

August commences with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C), showing little deviation from July's 82.4°F (28°C). During the nights in August, an average low-temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C) is observed in Darien.

Heat index

August's average heat index is estimated at a tropical 86°F (30°C). Ongoing activity coupled with exposure often results in weariness and could induce heat cramps.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Darien, in August, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Darien, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.5 days and collects up to 13.74" (349mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Darien, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

In Darien, in August, the average high-temperature is 81.1°F (27.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 64.8°F (18.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Darien, in August, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Darien?

May through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Darien have in August?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Darien?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Darien, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Darien, IL

Average temperature in August - Darien, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Darien, IL

Average pressure in August - Darien, 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
Darien, IL

Average wind speed in August - Darien, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Darien, IL

Average humidity in August - Darien, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Darien, IL

Average rainfall in August - Darien, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in August
Darien, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Darien, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Darien, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Darien, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Darien, 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: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Darien, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Darien, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Darien, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Darien, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Darien, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Darien, IL

Average visibility in August - Darien, 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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