Elgin weather in August (Illinois, United States of America)

Curious about the climate in Elgin this August? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

Typically, August in Elgin includes high temperatures and high rainfall. August is known for being in the summer season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 28°C, while night temperatures can drop to 16°C.

Precipitation

Elgin in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 125 mm for the month. As the rainiest month, carrying an umbrella is advisable to manage the frequent rain. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 11 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 280 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, September typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Elgin, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 125 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 280 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 66% *  

* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (32 KM, 19 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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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