August weather forecast
Melrose Park, IL

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Weather in August

August in Melrose Park, Illinois, sees summer simmering down with a slight drop in temperature and reduced rains. The rainfall drops to 3.5" (89mm), signaling a transition to dryer months. The temperatures remain quite high, with reported averages falling between 66.7°F (19.3°C) to 79.3°F (26.3°C). Despite the slight changes, daylight and sunshine hours remain plentiful, continuing the inviting summer season. The prolonged summer climate maintains a high UV index of 6, indicating strong sunlight.

Temperature

Melrose Park's average high-temperature in August sits at a still moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C), showing little difference from the previous month. Melrose Park experiences a nighttime temperature average of 66.7°F (19.3°C) during August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Melrose Park, during August, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. In Melrose Park, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.8 days and collects up to 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Melrose Park.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Melrose Park are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Melrose Park, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Melrose Park, during August, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Melrose Park have in August?

In Melrose Park, the average day length in August is 13h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 10.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Melrose Park, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Melrose Park, IL

Average temperature in August - Melrose Park, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 66.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Melrose Park, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Melrose Park, IL

Average wind speed in August - Melrose Park, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in August
Melrose Park, IL

Average humidity in August - Melrose Park, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Melrose Park, IL

Average rainfall in August - Melrose Park, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.57").

Average rainfall days in August
Melrose Park, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Melrose Park, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Melrose Park, IL

Average snowfall in August - Melrose Park, IL
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Melrose Park, IL

Average snowfall days in August - Melrose Park, IL
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Melrose Park, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Melrose Park, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Melrose Park, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Melrose Park, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Melrose Park, IL

Average UV index in August - Melrose Park, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Melrose Park, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Melrose Park, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Melrose Park, IL

Average visibility in August - Melrose Park, 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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