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

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Elmhurst during August? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The month of August in Elmhurst typically brings high temperatures and high rainfall. August is a notable month of the summer season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 28°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 18°C.

Precipitation

Elmhurst in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 119 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 11 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 280 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Elmhurst, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
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 (9 KM, 6 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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