August weather forecast
Paw Paw, IL

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Weather in August

As summer's end draws near, August witnesses a slight drop in temperatures in Paw, providing a soothing departure from July's blistering heat. Despite a decrease in temperature, sunshine still dominates most of the day. August still boasts some of the warmest weather of the year with its peak temperature averaging a warm 79.3°F (26.3°C). The frequency of rainfall remains significantly low, solidifying August's reputation as a member of the dry summer months. The wind speed continues its downward trend from the previous month, averaging at a mild 6.1mph (9.8km/h), acting as a gentle notifier of the changing seasons.

Temperature

The average high-temperature for August is a still moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. Paw's August nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 61.9°F (16.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 84%.

Rainfall

In Paw, in August, during 10.5 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.6 rainfall days, and 10.31" (262mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Paw, the average sunshine in August is 9.6h.

UV index

In Paw, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during August translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

The high-temperature, in August, in Paw, is 79.3°F (26.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 61.9°F (16.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 84%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Paw, during August, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Paw, the average day length in August is 13h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Paw, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Paw, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Paw Paw, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Paw Paw, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Paw Paw, IL

Average wind speed in August - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Paw Paw, IL

Average humidity in August - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Paw Paw, IL

Average rainfall in August - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in August
Paw Paw, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Paw Paw, IL

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

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

Average snowfall days in August
Paw Paw, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Paw Paw, 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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Paw Paw, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Paw Paw, IL

Average UV index in August - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average UV index in August: 5

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

Average cloud cover in August
Paw Paw, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
Paw Paw, IL

Average visibility in August - Paw Paw, 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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