August weather forecast
Fort Mitchell, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 83.8°F (28.8°C) and 64.6°F (18.1°C).

Temperature

Fort Mitchell records an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C) in August, maintaining a close correlation with July's 84.6°F (29.2°C). Throughout August, Fort Mitchell anticipates an average low-temperature of 64.6°F (18.1°C).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fort Mitchell, in August, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fort Mitchell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.4 days and collects up to 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Fort Mitchell, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

In August, in Fort Mitchell, the average high-temperature is 83.8°F (28.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 64.6°F (18.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Fort Mitchell, in August, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Fort Mitchell?

In Fort Mitchell, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Fort Mitchell is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Fort Mitchell, KY

Average temperature in August - Fort Mitchell, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Fort Mitchell, KY

Average pressure in August - Fort Mitchell, 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
Fort Mitchell, KY

Average wind speed in August - Fort Mitchell, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Fort Mitchell, KY

Average humidity in August - Fort Mitchell, 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
Fort Mitchell, KY

Average rainfall in August - Fort Mitchell, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in August
Fort Mitchell, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Fort Mitchell, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Fort Mitchell, KY

Average snowfall in August - Fort Mitchell, KY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Fort Mitchell, KY

Average snowfall days in August - Fort Mitchell, KY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Fort Mitchell, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fort Mitchell, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Fort Mitchell, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Fort Mitchell, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12 days).

Average UV index in August
Fort Mitchell, KY

Average UV index in August - Fort Mitchell, 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
Fort Mitchell, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Fort Mitchell, 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
Fort Mitchell, KY

Average visibility in August - Fort Mitchell, 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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