August weather forecast
Lewistown, IL

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Lewistown, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 82°F (27.8°C) and min 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Temperature

The advent of August presents an average high-temperature of a still warm 82°F (27.8°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Lewistown cools down to an average low-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) throughout the month of August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Persistently participating in activities during exposure may lead to fatigue and induce heat cramps.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.

Humidity

In Lewistown, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In Lewistown, in August, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lewistown, there are 131.7 rainfall days, and 22.48" (571mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Lewistown is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:33 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Lewistown is 9.9h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Lewistown. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Lewistown?

In Lewistown, 82°F (27.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 63.7°F (17.6°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Lewistown?

In Lewistown, Illinois, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August in Lewistown?

In August, in Lewistown, Illinois, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout August, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Lewistown?

In Lewistown, snow does not fall in May through September.

How many hours of daylight does Lewistown have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Lewistown?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lewistown, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:33 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lewistown have in August?

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

When is the highest UV index in Lewistown?

The months with the highest UV index in Lewistown, Illinois, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Lewistown?

In Lewistown, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Lewistown, IL

Average temperature in August - Lewistown, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Lewistown, IL

Average pressure in August - Lewistown, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Lewistown, IL

Average wind speed in August - Lewistown, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Lewistown, IL

Average humidity in August - Lewistown, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

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

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Average rainfall in August
Lewistown, IL

Average rainfall in August - Lewistown, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in August
Lewistown, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Lewistown, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Lewistown, IL

Average snowfall in August - Lewistown, IL
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Lewistown, IL

Average snowfall days in August - Lewistown, IL
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Lewistown, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Lewistown, IL
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Lewistown, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Lewistown, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Lewistown, IL

Average UV index in August - Lewistown, IL
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Lewistown, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Lewistown, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Lewistown, IL

Average visibility in August - Lewistown, 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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