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
Upon the onset of August, Bedford witnesses an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84.6°F (29.2°C), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Nighttime temperatures in August average to a refreshing 64.2°F (17.9°C).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for 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.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In Bedford, during August, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Bedford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.2 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 37min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Bedford are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Average temperature in August
Bedford, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 84.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Bedford, KY
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Bedford, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph
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 (4.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Bedford, KY
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Bedford, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").
Average rainfall days in August
Bedford, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Bedford, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Bedford, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Bedford, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Bedford, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Bedford, KY
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Bedford, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Bedford, KY
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July and December (5mi).
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