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
The advent of August brings an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.5°F (29.7°C), almost identical to the preceding month. The average temperature during August nights is registered at a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Benton is 76%.Rainfall
In Benton, during August, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. In Benton, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 37.68" (957mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Benton.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.On the first day of August in Benton, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Benton, Illinois, are May 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Benton, IL
- Average high temperature in August: 85.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Benton, IL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Benton, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Benton, IL
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Benton, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in August
Benton, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Benton, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Benton, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 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
Benton, IL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Benton, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Benton, IL
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Benton, IL
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Benton, 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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