August weather forecast
Bagdad, KY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Bagdad, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 84.9°F (29.4°C).

Temperature

With the start of August, Bagdad measures an average high-temperature of a still warm 84.9°F (29.4°C), not significantly differing from July's 85.8°F (29.9°C). The mean low-temperature during August nights is an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 95°F (35°C). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Bagdad, in August, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bagdad, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.4 days and collects up to 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Bagdad is 13h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During August, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

The high-temperature during August is 84.9°F (29.4°C) and the low-temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month?

August through October, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Bagdad.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Bagdad, during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Bagdad have in August?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Bagdad, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Bagdad, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Bagdad, KY

Average temperature in August - Bagdad, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Bagdad, KY

Average pressure in August - Bagdad, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Bagdad, KY

Average wind speed in August - Bagdad, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Bagdad, KY

Average humidity in August - Bagdad, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Bagdad, KY

Average rainfall in August - Bagdad, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in August
Bagdad, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Bagdad, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Bagdad, KY

Average snowfall in August - Bagdad, KY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Bagdad, KY

Average snowfall days in August - Bagdad, KY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Bagdad, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Bagdad, KY
  • 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: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Bagdad, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Bagdad, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Bagdad, KY

Average UV index in August - Bagdad, KY
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Bagdad, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Bagdad, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Bagdad, KY

Average visibility in August - Bagdad, KY
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May and July (5mi).

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