Shasta, IL
Historical community (former settlement) in Alexander County, Illinois
Shasta is a historical community (former settlement) in Alexander County, Illinois. It is 3.4 miles NW of Commerce, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 63742.
Shasta at a glance
- State
- Illinois
- County
- Alexander County
- ZIP code
- 63742
- Nearest town
- Commerce (3.4 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 37.1317, -89.3950
Weather in Shasta now
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Shasta weather by the hour
Shasta weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Shasta.
This week in Shasta
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Shasta
What is the weather usually like in Shasta?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 89°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 26°F average low
- 47.9 inprecipitation per year · 1,217 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Shasta: May and August to October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station CAPE GIRARDEAU MUNI AP, MO US (USW00003935), adjusted for the elevation of Shasta.
Shasta weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Shasta through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:08 AM | 5:05 PM | 9 h 57 min |
| February | 6:44 AM | 5:38 PM | 10 h 54 min |
| March | 7:06 AM | 7:06 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:21 AM | 7:33 PM | 13 h 12 min |
| May | 5:47 AM | 8:00 PM | 14 h 12 min |
| June | 5:35 AM | 8:20 PM | 14 h 45 min |
| July | 5:48 AM | 8:18 PM | 14 h 30 min |
| August | 6:13 AM | 7:50 PM | 13 h 37 min |
| September | 6:38 AM | 7:06 PM | 12 h 28 min |
| October | 7:04 AM | 6:22 PM | 11 h 17 min |
| November | 6:35 AM | 4:49 PM | 10 h 13 min |
| December | 7:02 AM | 4:43 PM | 9 h 40 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Chicago).
What is the weather like in Shasta?
Shasta has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 89°F (32°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 26°F (-3°C).
It gets about 47.9 inches (1,217 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May and the driest is August.
The best time to visit Shasta is May and August to October. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Shasta
The closest live webcam is Paducah › South-west: St Francis de Sales Catholic Church - Broadway United Methodist Church, 44.0 miles E of Shasta.
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Questions about Shasta
Where is Shasta, IL?
Shasta is a historical community (former settlement) in Alexander County, Illinois, 3.4 miles NW of Commerce.
What county is Shasta in?
Shasta is in Alexander County, Illinois.
What is the ZIP code of Shasta, IL?
The ZIP code for Shasta is 63742.
What is the nearest town to Shasta?
Commerce, 3.4 miles away.
Are there webcams near Shasta?
Yes. The closest is Paducah › South-west: St Francis de Sales Catholic Church - Broadway United Methodist Church, 44.0 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Shasta?
July, with an average high of 89°F (32°C).
What is the coldest month in Shasta?
January, with an average low of 26°F (-3°C).
How much does it rain in Shasta?
About 47.9 inches (1,217 mm) a year; the wettest month is May.
Does it snow in Shasta?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Shasta?
May and August to October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Shasta have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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