August weather forecastSauget, IL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Sauget, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 85.1°F (29.5°C).Temperature
August brings an average high-temperature of a warm 85.1°F (29.5°C), showing a slight difference from July's 86.4°F (30.2°C). An average nighttime temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) is recorded during August.Heat index
August's heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 95°F (35°C). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.
Humidity
In Sauget, Illinois, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In Sauget, in August, during 13.8 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sauget, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Sauget. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Sauget, IL
- Average high temperature in August: 85.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.7°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 (24.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Sauget, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Sauget, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Sauget, IL
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Sauget, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.89").
Average rainfall days in August
Sauget, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Sauget, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Sauget, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 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
Sauget, IL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Sauget, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Sauget, 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
Sauget, IL
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Sauget, 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).
