August weather forecast
Rockford, IL

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The clear cityscape of the city of Rockford in Illinois
The clear cityscape of the city of Rockford in Illinois

Weather in August

August carries on the warm summer trend in Rockford, with just slight drops in the average high and low temperatures compared to July, standing at 78.1°F (25.6°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C) respectively. The weather remains relatively calm and stable. Despite being the month with less daylight hours when compared to its predecessor, August still retains a high percentage of sunshine hours. This much sunlight keeps the city's parks and outdoor recreational sites bustling with activity throughout the month. As the summer season starts to wrap up, residents take full advantage of the remaining warm and sunny days.

Temperature

Rockford experiences a minor change to a still moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C) in average high-temperature during August, closely reflecting July. Rockford records an average low-temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C) throughout the month of August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 84%.

Rainfall

In August, in Rockford, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout August, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rockford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.1 days and collects up to 28.39" (721mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Rockford, Illinois.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Rockford is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Rockford are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Rockford in August?

In August, in Rockford, the average high-temperature is 78.1°F (25.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Rockford?

The average relative humidity in August in Rockford, Illinois, is 84%.

How much does it rain in Rockford in August?

In Rockford, in August, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Rockford?

May through September are months without snowfall in Rockford.

How many hours of daylight does Rockford have in August?

In Rockford, Illinois, the average day length in August is 13h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Rockford?

On the first day of August in Rockford, Illinois, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockford have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Rockford?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Rockford, Illinois.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Rockford?

In Rockford, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Rockford, IL

Average temperature in August - Rockford, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Rockford, IL

Average pressure in August - Rockford, IL
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Rockford, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Rockford, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Rockford, IL

Average rainfall in August - Rockford, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in August
Rockford, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Rockford, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Rockford, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Rockford, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 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
Rockford, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rockford, 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 July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Rockford, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Rockford, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Rockford, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Rockford, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
Rockford, IL

Average visibility in August - Rockford, IL
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and September (5mi).

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