August weather forecast
Downs, IL

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Downs, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 79.9°F (26.6°C) and min 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

August's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.9°F (26.6°C), showing a minute difference from July's 80.8°F (27.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C) is witnessed throughout August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 83%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout August, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139 rainfall days, and 20.83" (529mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Downs, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:28 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Downs in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 79.9°F (26.6°C) and 63.1°F (17.3°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

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

How much does it rain in August?

In Downs, during August, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Downs have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:28 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Downs have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Downs, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Downs, IL

Average temperature in August - Downs, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.9°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 (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Downs, IL

Average pressure in August - Downs, 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
Downs, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Downs, IL

Average humidity in August - Downs, 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
Downs, IL

Average rainfall in August - Downs, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

Average rainfall days in August
Downs, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Downs, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Downs, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Downs, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Downs, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Downs, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Downs, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Downs, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Downs, IL

Average UV index in August - Downs, IL
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Downs, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Downs, IL

Average visibility in August - Downs, 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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