August weather forecast
Gifford, IL

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Gifford, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 63.1°F (17.3°C) and an average high of 80.2°F (26.8°C).

Temperature

Gifford's transition from July to August introduces an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C), marking an insignificant variation from the 81°F (27.2°C). Throughout August nights, Gifford experiences a consistent temperature average of 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 83%.

Rainfall

In Gifford, during August, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Gifford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.5 days and collects up to 13.46" (342mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Gifford, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Gifford, the average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

In Gifford, 80.2°F (26.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 63.1°F (17.3°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 83%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Gifford, during August, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gifford have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Gifford, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Gifford, IL

Average pressure in August - Gifford, 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
Gifford, IL

Average wind speed in August - Gifford, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Gifford, IL

Average humidity in August - Gifford, 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
Gifford, IL

Average rainfall in August - Gifford, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in August
Gifford, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Gifford, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Gifford, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Gifford, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Gifford, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Gifford, 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 24min).

  • 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: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Gifford, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Gifford, IL

Average UV index in August - Gifford, 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
Gifford, IL

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

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

Average visibility in August
Gifford, IL

Average visibility in August - Gifford, 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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