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
Carthage's average high-temperature marks a still warm 82.2°F (27.9°C) with the advent of August, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. Carthage's nights in August experience an average temperature drop to a comfortable 63.9°F (17.7°C).Heat index
The heat index value during August is computed to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to 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.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Carthage, in August, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Carthage, there are 128.2 rainfall days, and 20.08" (510mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Carthage.Daylight
In Carthage, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Carthage is 10h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Carthage. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Carthage, IL
- Average high temperature in August: 82.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Carthage, 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 (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Carthage, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Carthage, 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 (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Carthage, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").
Average rainfall days in August
Carthage, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Carthage, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Carthage, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 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
Carthage, IL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
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
Carthage, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Carthage, IL
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Carthage, IL
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Carthage, 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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