August weather forecast
Wheaton, IL

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Weather in August

August in Wheaton remains in the throes of summer with high temperatures, though there is a subtle drop from July. Rainfall diminishes by a small fraction, signaling the gradual end of the wet season. The beginning of the month usually enjoys long daylight hours, gradually decreasing towards the end of the month. Cloud coverage is minimal, resulting in clear skies that might appeal to stargazers and astronomers. The lush greenery in August makes Wheaton particularly picturesque.

Temperature

Upon the onset of August, Wheaton witnesses an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.4°F (26.9°C), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. An average minimum temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) marks the month of August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, in Wheaton, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout August, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.3 rainfall days, and 33.78" (858mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Wheaton, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Wheaton, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of August in Wheaton, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

The high-temperature, in August, in Wheaton, records 80.4°F (26.9°C), while the low-temperature is 64°F (17.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August in Wheaton, Illinois, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Wheaton, in August, it is raining for 17.9 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Wheaton, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Wheaton have in August?

In Wheaton, the average day length in August is 13h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 9.9h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Wheaton have in August?

In Wheaton, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Wheaton?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Wheaton, IL

Average temperature in August - Wheaton, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Wheaton, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Wheaton, IL

Average wind speed in August - Wheaton, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in August
Wheaton, IL

Average humidity in August - Wheaton, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Wheaton, IL

Average rainfall in August - Wheaton, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (1.65").

Average rainfall days in August
Wheaton, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Wheaton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Wheaton, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Wheaton, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Wheaton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Wheaton, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Wheaton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Wheaton, IL

Average UV index in August - Wheaton, IL
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Wheaton, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Wheaton, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Wheaton, IL

Average visibility in August - Wheaton, IL
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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