August weather forecast
Buckingham, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Buckingham, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 85.3°F (29.6°C) and 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

August welcomes an average high-temperature of a warm 85.3°F (29.6°C), not much different from the preceding month. Buckingham, amid August nights, sees a noteworthy disparity from daily highs with an average temperature of 61°F (16.1°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August is computed to be a sweltering 95°F (35°C). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are July, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Buckingham, during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. In Buckingham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Buckingham, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 33min.
On the first day of August in Buckingham, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

UV index

June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Buckingham. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Buckingham in August?

Buckingham in August has an average high-temperature of 85.3°F (29.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 61°F (16.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month in Buckingham?

The months with the lowest humidity in Buckingham, Kentucky, are July, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in August in Buckingham?

In Buckingham, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How much does it rain in Buckingham in August?

In Buckingham, during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Buckingham?

In Buckingham, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Buckingham?

The average day length in August in Buckingham, Kentucky, is 13h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Buckingham?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Buckingham?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Buckingham?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Buckingham is 10.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Buckingham?

The months with the highest UV index in Buckingham, Kentucky, are June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Buckingham?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Buckingham, KY

Average temperature in August - Buckingham, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in August
Buckingham, KY

Average pressure in August - Buckingham, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Buckingham, KY

Average wind speed in August - Buckingham, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Buckingham, KY

Average humidity in August - Buckingham, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Buckingham, KY

Average rainfall in August - Buckingham, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in August
Buckingham, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Buckingham, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Buckingham, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Buckingham, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Buckingham, KY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Buckingham, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Buckingham, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Buckingham, KY

Average UV index in August - Buckingham, KY
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Buckingham, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Buckingham, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Buckingham, KY

Average visibility in August - Buckingham, KY
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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