Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
As Iron transitions into August, the average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C), offering little variation from the preceding month. Iron reports an average low-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) during the nights of August.Heat index
During August, the heat index is computed to be a sweltering 95°F (35°C). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.
Humidity
In Iron, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In Iron, in August, during 10.2 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Iron, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.2 days and collects up to 8.7" (221mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Iron.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Iron is 13h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.5h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Iron. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Average temperature in August
Iron, IL
- Average high temperature in August: 84.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Iron, 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
Iron, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).
Average humidity in August
Iron, IL
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Iron, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 0.79"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").
Average rainfall days in August
Iron, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Iron, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Iron, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Iron, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min
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 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Iron, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Iron, 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
Iron, IL
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Iron, 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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