Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
With the arrival of August, Bascom's average high-temperature registers at a moderately hot 85.5°F (29.7°C), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. Despite the intense daytime heat, Bascom sustains a steady low-temperature average of 62.8°F (17.1°C) during August.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 95°F (35°C). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.
Humidity
June, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Bascom, in August, during 14.7 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bascom, there are 162.2 rainfall days, and 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Bascom, Kentucky.Daylight
In Bascom, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year in Bascom, with an average of 10h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Bascom, Kentucky, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Average temperature in August
Bascom, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 85.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Bascom, KY
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Bascom, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 4.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Bascom, KY
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Bascom, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.89").
Average rainfall days in August
Bascom, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.7 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Bascom, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Bascom, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bascom, 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: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Bascom, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Bascom, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Bascom, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in August
Bascom, KY
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).
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