August weather forecast
Carthage, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Carthage, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 83.1°F (28.4°C) and 64.8°F (18.2°C).

Temperature

August reports an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.1°F (28.4°C), slightly varied from July's 84°F (28.9°C). During August, the temperature is averaged to a low of 64.8°F (18.2°C) at night.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Prolonged activity during exposure might result in a state of fatigue and cause heat cramps.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Carthage, Kentucky, during August, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Carthage, there are 121.7 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Carthage, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Carthage, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of August, in Carthage, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 83.1°F (28.4°C) and 64.8°F (18.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Carthage?

The months with the lowest humidity are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August in Carthage?

In Carthage, in August, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Carthage have in August?

In Carthage, the average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Carthage?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Carthage have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

When is 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?

In Carthage, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Carthage, KY

Average temperature in August - Carthage, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Carthage, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Carthage, KY

Average wind speed in August - Carthage, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Carthage, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Carthage, KY

Average rainfall in August - Carthage, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").

Average rainfall days in August
Carthage, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Carthage, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Carthage, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Carthage, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 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
Carthage, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Carthage, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Carthage, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14 days).

Average UV index in August
Carthage, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Carthage, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Carthage, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in August
Carthage, KY

Average visibility in August - Carthage, KY
  • 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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