August weather forecast
Winchester, IL

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Winchester, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 83.5°F (28.6°C) and an average low of 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

Winchester's August average high-temperature settles at a still moderately hot 83.5°F (28.6°C), showing a near match with the preceding month. An average nighttime temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C) is recorded during August.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In Winchester, Illinois, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Winchester, during August, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.4 rainfall days, and 31.69" (805mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of August, in Winchester, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 83.5°F (28.6°C) and 64.9°F (18.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Winchester?

The average relative humidity in August in Winchester is 79%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout August, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall in Winchester.

What is the average length of the day in August in Winchester?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Winchester, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.9°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 (21.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Winchester, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Winchester, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in August
Winchester, IL

Average humidity in August - Winchester, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Winchester, IL

Average rainfall in August - Winchester, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (1.73").

Average rainfall days in August
Winchester, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Winchester, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Winchester, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Winchester, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Winchester, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Winchester, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Winchester, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Winchester, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Winchester, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Winchester, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Winchester, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Winchester, IL

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

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

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