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Arlington Heights weather in August (Illinois, United States of America)

Is August a good time to explore Arlington Heights weather-wise? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

Typically, August in Arlington Heights includes high temperatures and high rainfall. Summer occurs in August. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 28°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 17°C.

Precipitation

Arlington Heights in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 119 mm for the month. You can typically expect 11 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 280 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm September typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Arlington Heights climate page with graphs.

 

Arlington Heights, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 119 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 280 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 66% *  
* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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