August weather forecastEnergy, IL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Energy, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 85.6°F (29.8°C).Temperature
An average high-temperature of a warm 85.6°F (29.8°C) marks August, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in July. During August nights, Energy witnesses a consistent average temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C).Heat index
August's mean heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 96.8°F (36°C). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
In Energy, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Energy, in August, during 13.5 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Energy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.6 days and collects up to 23.03" (585mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Energy is 13h and 35min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Energy is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. 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. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Energy, IL
- Average high temperature in August: 85.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Energy, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Energy, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Energy, IL
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Energy, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").
Average rainfall days in August
Energy, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Energy, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Energy, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Energy, IL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Energy, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Energy, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Energy, IL
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Energy, 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).
