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
August brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.3°F (30.7°C), showing a slight difference from July's 88.7°F (31.5°C). In August, Epperson reports a consistent average low-temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) during the nights.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is appraised at a very hot 100.4°F (38°C). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.
Humidity
In Epperson, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In Epperson, in August, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Epperson, there are 126.4 rainfall days, and 16.89" (429mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Epperson, Kentucky.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Epperson, Kentucky, is 13h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Epperson, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Epperson are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Epperson, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 87.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Epperson, KY
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Epperson, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Epperson, KY
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Epperson, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").
Average rainfall days in August
Epperson, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Epperson, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Epperson, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Epperson, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Epperson, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Epperson, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Epperson, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Epperson, 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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