Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
August's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still warm 84°F (28.9°C), diverging marginally from July's 85.3°F (29.6°C). An average low-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C) is recorded during the nights in August.Heat index
For August, the heat index is appraised at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Humidity
In Alton, Illinois, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In Alton, during August, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.3 rainfall days, and 18.9" (480mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Alton, Illinois, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Alton, Illinois, is 13h and 38min.On the first day of August in Alton, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:32 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Alton are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Alton, IL
- Average high temperature in August: 84°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Alton, IL
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Alton, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Alton, IL
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Alton, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").
Average rainfall days in August
Alton, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Alton, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Alton, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
Alton, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Alton, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Alton, 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
Alton, IL
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Alton, IL
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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