August weather forecast
Pontiac, IL

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Pontiac, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 62.4°F (16.9°C) and max 80.1°F (26.7°C).

Temperature

The initiation of August sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C), showing minor variations from the previous month. Pontiac observes an average low-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) during August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 83%.

Rainfall

In Pontiac, in August, during 12.8 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pontiac, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.3 days and collects up to 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Pontiac, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Pontiac, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:28 pm CDT.

Sunshine

June and August, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

In Pontiac, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
Updated: Jun 26, 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 Pontiac, is 80.1°F (26.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 62.4°F (16.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Pontiac, the average relative humidity in August is 83%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Pontiac, in August, during 12.8 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Pontiac?

May through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Pontiac, the average day length in August is 13h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:28 pm CDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine?

June and August, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Pontiac.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

How high is the UV index in August?

In Pontiac, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Pontiac, IL

Average temperature in August - Pontiac, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Pontiac, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Pontiac, IL

Average wind speed in August - Pontiac, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Pontiac, IL

Average humidity in August - Pontiac, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Pontiac, IL

Average rainfall in August - Pontiac, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in August
Pontiac, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Pontiac, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Pontiac, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Pontiac, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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
Pontiac, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Pontiac, IL
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in August
Pontiac, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Pontiac, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Pontiac, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in August
Pontiac, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Pontiac, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Pontiac, IL

Average visibility in August - Pontiac, 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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