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
Dover experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.7°F (28.7°C) in August, subtly different from July's 84.6°F (29.2°C). Dover sees an average low-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C) during August.Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are August through November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout August, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.5 rainfall days, and 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Dover, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In Dover, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:46 pm. On the last day of August, in Dover, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:06 pm EDT.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Average temperature in August
Dover, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 83.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Dover, 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
Dover, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Dover, KY
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Dover, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in August
Dover, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Dover, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Dover, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Dover, 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: 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 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dover, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (9.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Dover, 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
Dover, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Dover, 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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