August weather forecast
Blue Mound, IL

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Blue Mound, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 64°F (17.8°C) and 81.5°F (27.5°C).

Temperature

Entering August, Blue Mound's average high-temperature reads a still moderately hot 81.5°F (27.5°C), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. The low-temperature average for Blue Mound during August stands at a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.

Humidity

In Blue Mound, Illinois, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

In Blue Mound, in August, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Blue Mound, there are 139.6 rainfall days, and 24.25" (616mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Blue Mound, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, in Blue Mound, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:28 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Blue Mound. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Blue Mound?

In Blue Mound, in August, the average high-temperature is 81.5°F (27.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 64°F (17.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Blue Mound?

The average relative humidity in August in Blue Mound is 82%.

How much does it rain in Blue Mound in August?

In Blue Mound, in August, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Blue Mound?

In Blue Mound, Illinois, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in August in Blue Mound?

In August, the average day length in Blue Mound, Illinois, is 13h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Blue Mound?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Blue Mound, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:28 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Blue Mound have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Blue Mound?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Blue Mound?

In Blue Mound, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Blue Mound, IL

Average temperature in August - Blue Mound, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
Blue Mound, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Blue Mound, IL

Average wind speed in August - Blue Mound, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Blue Mound, IL

Average humidity in August - Blue Mound, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in August
Blue Mound, IL

Average rainfall in August - Blue Mound, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.2"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in August
Blue Mound, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Blue Mound, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Blue Mound, IL

Average snowfall in August - Blue Mound, IL
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Blue Mound, IL

Average snowfall days in August - Blue Mound, IL
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Blue Mound, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Blue Mound, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Blue Mound, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Blue Mound, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Blue Mound, IL

Average UV index in August - Blue Mound, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Blue Mound, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Blue Mound, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Blue Mound, IL

Average visibility in August - Blue Mound, IL
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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