August weather forecastCerro Gordo, IL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Cerro Gordo, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 81.1°F (27.3°C).Temperature
August's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still warm 81.1°F (27.3°C) from July. In Cerro Gordo, the average low-temperature during the month of August is a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C).Heat index
August's mean heat index is evaluated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Prolonged activity during exposure might result in a state of fatigue and cause heat cramps.Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Humidity
In Cerro Gordo, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.Rainfall
In Cerro Gordo, in August, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cerro Gordo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.7 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in Cerro Gordo.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Cerro Gordo is 13h and 42min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Cerro Gordo. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Cerro Gordo, IL
- Average high temperature in August: 81.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Cerro Gordo, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Cerro Gordo, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Cerro Gordo, 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%).
Average rainfall in August
Cerro Gordo, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").
Average rainfall days in August
Cerro Gordo, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Cerro Gordo, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Cerro Gordo, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Cerro Gordo, 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 48min
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).
Average sunshine days in August
Cerro Gordo, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Cerro Gordo, 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
Cerro Gordo, 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).
Average visibility in August
Cerro Gordo, 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).
