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 onset of August notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.2°F (27.9°C), subtly shifted from July's 83.8°F (28.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C) is recorded in Oblong during the month of August.Heat index
August's average heat index is computed to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Long-standing exposure and activity could induce a feeling of tiredness and lead to heat cramps.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Humidity
July and August, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Oblong, in August, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.2 rainfall days, and 27.87" (708mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Oblong, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Oblong is 13h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of August, in Oblong, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Oblong is 10.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Oblong. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Oblong, IL
- Average high temperature in August: 82.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Oblong, IL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Oblong, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Oblong, IL
- Average humidity in August: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Oblong, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").
Average rainfall days in August
Oblong, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Oblong, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Oblong, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Oblong, IL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Oblong, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Oblong, 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
Oblong, IL
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Oblong, 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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