August weather forecast
Clay City, IL

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Clay City, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 65.7°F (18.7°C).

Temperature

Clay City's shift into August sets the average high-temperature at a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C), a figure that deviates only slightly from July's 84.7°F (29.3°C). An average low-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C) marks the nights in Clay City throughout August.

Heat index

August's average heat index is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. 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 extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.

Humidity

In Clay City, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Clay City, during August, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.3 rainfall days, and 37.17" (944mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Clay City is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Clay City. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Clay City in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Clay City, is 82.9°F (28.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 65.7°F (18.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Clay City?

In Clay City, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Clay City?

In Clay City, in August, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Clay City?

In Clay City, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through September.

How many hours of daylight does Clay City have in August?

In Clay City, Illinois, the average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Clay City?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Clay City, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Clay City have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Clay City, Illinois, is 10.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Clay City?

The months with the highest UV index in Clay City are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Clay City?

In Clay City, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Clay City, IL

Average temperature in August - Clay City, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Clay City, IL

Average pressure in August - Clay City, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Clay City, IL

Average wind speed in August - Clay City, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Clay City, IL

Average humidity in August - Clay City, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in August
Clay City, IL

Average rainfall in August - Clay City, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.88").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in August
Clay City, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Clay City, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Clay City, IL

Average snowfall in August - Clay City, IL
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Clay City, IL

Average snowfall days in August - Clay City, IL
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Clay City, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Clay City, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Clay City, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Clay City, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Clay City, IL

Average UV index in August - Clay City, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Clay City, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Clay City, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Clay City, IL

Average visibility in August - Clay City, 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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