August weather forecast
Cynthiana, IN

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Cynthiana, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 83.8°F (28.8°C) and an average low of 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

Cynthiana's transition from July to August introduces an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C), marking an insignificant variation from the 84.7°F (29.3°C). Throughout the month of August, Cynthiana reports a steady low-temperature average of 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Heat index

August's heat index is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In Cynthiana, in August, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.6 rainfall days, and 19.33" (491mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Cynthiana.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Cynthiana is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 83.8°F (28.8°C) and 65.8°F (18.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Cynthiana, in August, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Cynthiana, the average day length in August is 13h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cynthiana have in August?

In Cynthiana, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Cynthiana?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Cynthiana, IN

Average temperature in August - Cynthiana, IN
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Cynthiana, IN

Average pressure in August - Cynthiana, IN
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Cynthiana, IN

Average wind speed in August - Cynthiana, IN
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Cynthiana, IN

Average humidity in August - Cynthiana, IN
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Cynthiana, IN

Average rainfall in August - Cynthiana, IN
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in August
Cynthiana, IN

Average rainfall days in August - Cynthiana, IN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Cynthiana, IN

Average snowfall in August - Cynthiana, IN
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Cynthiana, IN

Average snowfall days in August - Cynthiana, IN
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cynthiana, IN

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Cynthiana, IN
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Cynthiana, IN

Average sunshine days in August - Cynthiana, IN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Cynthiana, IN

Average UV index in August - Cynthiana, IN
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Cynthiana, IN

Average cloud cover in August - Cynthiana, IN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Cynthiana, IN

Average visibility in August - Cynthiana, IN
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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