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

What is the weather forecast for Prospect Heights in August? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In August, Prospect Heights usually has high temperatures and high rainfall. Enjoy the summer season during this month. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 28°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 18°C.

Precipitation

Prospect Heights in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 119 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 11 days of the month will see rainfall.

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.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures September generally stands out with 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 Prospect Heights climate page with graphs.

 

Prospect Heights, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°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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