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

Is Zion a good destination in August, weather-wise? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

For August, the weather in Zion is generally perfect, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is part of the summer season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 26°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 17°C.

Precipitation

Zion in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. 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're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Zion. July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Zion, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 38%  

Precipitation 93 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 280 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 66% *  

* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (51 KM, 32 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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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

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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