August weather forecast
El Dara, IL

Share

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in El Dara, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 65.5°F (18.6°C) and max 83.5°F (28.6°C).

Temperature

As July transitions into August, El Dara records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.5°F (28.6°C), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. Throughout August, El Dara records an average temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) at night.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is estimated at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

In El Dara, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In El Dara, during August, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. In El Dara, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.8 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In El Dara, the average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in El Dara, Illinois. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in El Dara during August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in El Dara, is 83.5°F (28.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 65.5°F (18.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in El Dara?

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in El Dara in August?

In El Dara, Illinois, in August, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in El Dara?

In El Dara, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through October.

How many hours of daylight does El Dara have in August?

In August, the average day length in El Dara, Illinois, is 13h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in El Dara?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:36 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in El Dara?

The average sunshine duration in August in El Dara, Illinois, is 10h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in El Dara?

The months with the highest UV index in El Dara, Illinois, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August in El Dara?

In El Dara, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in August
El Dara, IL

Average temperature in August - El Dara, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in August
El Dara, IL

Average pressure in August - El Dara, IL
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
El Dara, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in August
El Dara, IL

Average humidity in August - El Dara, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in August
El Dara, IL

Average rainfall in August - El Dara, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in August
El Dara, IL

Average rainfall days in August - El Dara, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
El Dara, IL

Average snowfall in August - El Dara, IL
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
El Dara, IL

Average snowfall days in August - El Dara, IL
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
El Dara, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - El Dara, IL
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
El Dara, IL

Average sunshine days in August - El Dara, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in August
El Dara, IL

Average UV index in August - El Dara, 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
El Dara, IL

Average cloud cover in August - El Dara, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
El Dara, IL

Average visibility in August - El Dara, 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).

El Dara, Illinois, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location