August weather forecast
Vandalia, IL

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Vandalia, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 65.1°F (18.4°C) and an average high of 82.6°F (28.1°C).

Temperature

In the transition from July to August, Vandalia reports an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.6°F (28.1°C), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C) in August.

Heat index

August's average heat index is appraised at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). If activity and exposure persist, they could induce fatigue, leading to possible heat cramps.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Vandalia, in August, during 15.6 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.1 rainfall days, and 36.73" (933mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Vandalia, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Vandalia is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Vandalia is 9.7h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Vandalia. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During August, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Vandalia in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Vandalia, records 82.6°F (28.1°C), while the low-temperature is 65.1°F (18.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Vandalia?

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How much does it rain in Vandalia in August?

In Vandalia, Illinois, during August, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Vandalia?

In Vandalia, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through October.

What is the average length of the day in August in Vandalia?

In August, the average day length in Vandalia, Illinois, is 13h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Vandalia?

On the first day of August in Vandalia, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Vandalia have in August?

In Vandalia, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Vandalia?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Vandalia?

In Vandalia, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Vandalia, IL

Average temperature in August - Vandalia, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Vandalia, IL

Average pressure in August - Vandalia, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Vandalia, IL

Average wind speed in August - Vandalia, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Vandalia, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Vandalia, IL

Average rainfall in August - Vandalia, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in August
Vandalia, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Vandalia, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Vandalia, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Vandalia, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Vandalia, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Vandalia, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Vandalia, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Vandalia, IL

Average UV index in August - Vandalia, 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
Vandalia, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Vandalia, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Vandalia, IL

Average visibility in August - Vandalia, 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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