August weather forecastGrand Tower, IL
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Grand Tower, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 85.8°F (29.9°C) and min 66.4°F (19.1°C).Temperature
The onset of August marks an average high-temperature of a warm 85.8°F (29.9°C), hardly differing from July's 87.4°F (30.8°C). Grand Tower, during the nights of August, experiences an average temperature drop to a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C).Heat index
The heat index for August is estimated at a sweltering 96.8°F (36°C). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely 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.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.
Humidity
In Grand Tower, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In August, in Grand Tower, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout August, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Grand Tower, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 34.69" (881mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Grand Tower, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Grand Tower, Illinois, is 13h and 34min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:28 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Grand Tower is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Grand Tower, IL
- Average high temperature in August: 85.8°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 (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Grand Tower, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Grand Tower, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Grand Tower, 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
Grand Tower, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in August
Grand Tower, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Grand Tower, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Grand Tower, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
Grand Tower, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Grand Tower, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Grand Tower, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Grand Tower, IL
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Grand Tower, 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).
