August weather forecastElkhart, IL
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Elkhart, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 63.9°F (17.7°C) and max 81.3°F (27.4°C).Temperature
August's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still moderately hot 81.3°F (27.4°C) from July. An average minimum temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C) marks the month of August.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In Elkhart, in August, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elkhart, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.8 days and collects up to 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Elkhart, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 42min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.7h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Elkhart. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. 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. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Elkhart, IL
- Average high temperature in August: 81.3°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: 63.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Elkhart, 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
Elkhart, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Elkhart, 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
Elkhart, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").
Average rainfall days in August
Elkhart, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Elkhart, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Elkhart, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Elkhart, 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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Elkhart, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Elkhart, 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
Elkhart, IL
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Elkhart, 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).
