August weather forecast
Illinois City, IL

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Illinois City, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 63.1°F (17.3°C) and an average high of 80.8°F (27.1°C).

Temperature

In August, Illinois City notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.8°F (27.1°C), hardly different from the preceding month. During the August nights, an average temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C) is observed.

Heat index

The heat index in August is calculated to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). Uninterrupted activity during exposure could lead to a sense of exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Illinois City is 80%.

Rainfall

In Illinois City, during August, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. In Illinois City, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Illinois City, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Illinois City?

During August, Illinois City experiences an average high-temperature of 80.8°F (27.1°C) and a low-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Illinois City?

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How much does it rain in Illinois City in August?

In Illinois City, Illinois, during August, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Illinois City?

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

What is the average length of the day in August in Illinois City?

In Illinois City, Illinois, the average day length in August is 13h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Illinois City?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Illinois City, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.

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

In Illinois City, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

How high is the UV index in August in Illinois City?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Illinois City, IL

Average temperature in August - Illinois City, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Illinois City, IL

Average pressure in August - Illinois City, IL
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Illinois City, IL

Average wind speed in August - Illinois City, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Illinois City, IL

Average humidity in August - Illinois City, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Illinois City, IL

Average rainfall in August - Illinois City, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in August
Illinois City, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Illinois City, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Illinois City, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Illinois City, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Illinois City, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Illinois City, IL
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Illinois City, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Illinois City, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Illinois City, IL

Average UV index in August - Illinois City, IL
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Illinois City, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Illinois City, IL

Average visibility in August - Illinois 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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