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
Upon the onset of August, Kaskaskia witnesses an average high-temperature of a warm 85.8°F (29.9°C), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Kaskaskia's August nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 66.2°F (19°C).Heat index
August's heat index is appraised at a very hot 98.6°F (37°C). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. 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. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.
Humidity
In Kaskaskia, Illinois, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In Kaskaskia, Illinois, during August, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. In Kaskaskia, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.4 days and collects up to 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Kaskaskia, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Kaskaskia is 13h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of August, in Kaskaskia, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Kaskaskia, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Kaskaskia, 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: 66.2°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 (25.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Kaskaskia, 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
Kaskaskia, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Kaskaskia, IL
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Kaskaskia, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in August
Kaskaskia, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Kaskaskia, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Kaskaskia, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 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
Kaskaskia, 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 1min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Kaskaskia, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 13 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Kaskaskia, 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
Kaskaskia, IL
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Kaskaskia, 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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