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
Entering August, Murphysboro's average high-temperature reads a moderately hot 85.8°F (29.9°C), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. Murphysboro usually reports an average low-temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C) during the month of August.Heat index
The average heat index in August is evaluated at a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Murphysboro, Illinois, in August, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 34.69" (881mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Murphysboro is 13h and 35min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August 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 health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Frequently asked questions
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When is the highest UV index in Murphysboro?
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Average temperature in August
Murphysboro, 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
Murphysboro, 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
Murphysboro, 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
Murphysboro, 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
Murphysboro, 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
Murphysboro, 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
Murphysboro, 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
Murphysboro, 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
Murphysboro, IL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
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 2min
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
Murphysboro, 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
Murphysboro, 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
Murphysboro, 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
Murphysboro, 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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