August weather forecastOreana, IL
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Oreana, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 81.1°F (27.3°C) and an average low of 63.9°F (17.7°C).Temperature
Oreana's average high-temperature marks a still moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C) with the advent of August, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. Throughout August, Oreana records an average temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C) at night.Heat index
During August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. 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 particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Humidity
In Oreana, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout August, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.2 rainfall days, and 16.34" (415mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Oreana, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 42min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Oreana, IL
- Average high temperature in August: 81.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Oreana, IL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Oreana, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Oreana, IL
- Average humidity in August: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Oreana, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.87").
Average rainfall days in August
Oreana, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Oreana, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Oreana, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 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
Oreana, IL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Oreana, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Oreana, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Oreana, IL
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Oreana, IL
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
