Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
August records an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. In Germantown, the expected average low-temperature for August is an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is computed to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. 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
July and August, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Germantown, in August, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Germantown, there are 157.2 rainfall days, and 36.18" (919mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of August, in Germantown, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Average temperature in August
Germantown, IL
- Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Germantown, IL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Germantown, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Germantown, IL
- Average humidity in August: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Germantown, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.11"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in August
Germantown, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Germantown, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Germantown, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
Germantown, IL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Germantown, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Germantown, IL
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Germantown, IL
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Germantown, 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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