August weather forecast
Grayslake, IL

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Grayslake, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 78.6°F (25.9°C) and 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into August notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C), revealing a mild distinction from the 79.9°F (26.6°C) in July. The average temperature during August nights is registered at an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Grayslake, during August, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In Grayslake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.3 days and collects up to 21.97" (558mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Grayslake, Illinois, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

July and 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Grayslake, is 78.6°F (25.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 63.1°F (17.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Grayslake, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Grayslake, during August, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Grayslake, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 10.2h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

When is the highest UV index?

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Grayslake, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Grayslake, IL

Average pressure in August - Grayslake, IL
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Grayslake, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Grayslake, IL

Average humidity in August - Grayslake, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Grayslake, IL

Average rainfall in August - Grayslake, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.98").

Average rainfall days in August
Grayslake, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Grayslake, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Grayslake, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Grayslake, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Grayslake, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Grayslake, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Grayslake, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Grayslake, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Grayslake, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Grayslake, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Grayslake, IL

Average visibility in August - Grayslake, IL
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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