August weather forecastBeardstown, IL
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Beardstown, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 83.1°F (28.4°C) and min 64.4°F (18°C).Temperature
The onset of August notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.1°F (28.4°C), subtly shifted from July's 83.3°F (28.5°C). Beardstown records a consistent low-temperature of 64.4°F (18°C) during August nights.Heat index
During August, the heat index is calculated 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.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Humidity
In Beardstown, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout August, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Beardstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.2 days and collects up to 27.95" (710mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Beardstown, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 42min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Beardstown, IL
- Average high temperature in August: 83.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Beardstown, 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
Beardstown, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Beardstown, 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
Beardstown, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.61").
Average rainfall days in August
Beardstown, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Beardstown, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Beardstown, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Beardstown, IL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Beardstown, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Beardstown, 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
Beardstown, IL
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Beardstown, IL
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).
