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
The average high-temperature during August registers at a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. An average nighttime temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) is recorded during August.Heat index
August's average heat index is calculated to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In Mount Erie, in August, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.4 rainfall days, and 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Mount Erie, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In Mount Erie, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Mount Erie is 10.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Average temperature in August
Mount Erie, 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 (37.8°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 (25°F).
Average pressure in August
Mount Erie, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Mount Erie, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Mount Erie, IL
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Mount Erie, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in August
Mount Erie, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Mount Erie, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Mount Erie, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Mount Erie, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Mount Erie, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).
Average UV index in August
Mount Erie, 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
Mount Erie, IL
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Mount Erie, 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).
Mount Erie, Illinois, USA
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