August weather forecast
Waukegan, IL

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Weather in August

August in Waukegan, Illinois, retains July's high temperatures. While retaining the idyllic summer imagery, a slightly higher average rainfall signifies the onset of autumn in the upcoming months. The illustrious shades of green permeate the city as the lush vegetation thrives. The shift from the hot August to a cooler September marks the end of summer.

Temperature

Waukegan commences August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 77°F (25°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Waukegan's temperature drops to an average low of 64.8°F (18.2°C) during the nights of August.

Humidity

In Waukegan, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are June and August, with an average 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of August in Waukegan, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Waukegan are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August leads to these advisories:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Waukegan?

The high-temperature, in August, in Waukegan, is 77°F (25°C), while the low-temperature averages to 64.8°F (18.2°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Waukegan?

In August, the average relative humidity in Waukegan is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Waukegan?

The wettest months in Waukegan, Illinois, are June and August, with an average 2.68" (68mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in Waukegan in August?

In August, in Waukegan, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout August, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Waukegan?

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

How many hours of daylight does Waukegan have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Waukegan?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waukegan, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Waukegan?

The months with the most sunshine in Waukegan are July and August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Waukegan have in August?

In Waukegan, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Waukegan?

The months with the highest UV index in Waukegan, Illinois, are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Waukegan?

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

Average temperature in August - Waukegan, IL
  • Average high temperature in August: 77°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Waukegan, IL

Average pressure in August - Waukegan, IL
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Waukegan, IL

Average wind speed in August - Waukegan, IL
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Waukegan, IL

Average humidity in August - Waukegan, IL
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Waukegan, IL

Average rainfall in August - Waukegan, IL
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.68"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in August
Waukegan, IL

Average rainfall days in August - Waukegan, IL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Waukegan, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Waukegan, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Waukegan, IL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Waukegan, IL
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Waukegan, IL

Average sunshine days in August - Waukegan, IL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Waukegan, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Waukegan, IL

Average cloud cover in August - Waukegan, IL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in August
Waukegan, IL

Average visibility in August - Waukegan, 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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