August weather forecast
Glenwood, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Glenwood, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 85.6°F (29.8°C) and min 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

Glenwood's weather in August displays an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.6°F (29.8°C), showing minor disparity from July's 87.3°F (30.7°C). Glenwood reports a substantial plunge from daytime highs during the nights of August, with an average low-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August is evaluated at a sweltering 96.8°F (36°C). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Glenwood, in August, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.1 rainfall days, and 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Glenwood, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 36min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

In Glenwood, in August, the average high-temperature is 85.6°F (29.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in August?

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

How much does it rain in August?

In Glenwood, in August, during 14.9 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Glenwood have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

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 August, the average sunshine duration is 10.3h.

What is the month with 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 August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Glenwood, KY

Average temperature in August - Glenwood, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Glenwood, KY

Average pressure in August - Glenwood, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Glenwood, KY

Average wind speed in August - Glenwood, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Glenwood, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Glenwood, KY

Average rainfall in August - Glenwood, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.52"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in August
Glenwood, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Glenwood, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Glenwood, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Glenwood, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Glenwood, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Glenwood, 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 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: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Glenwood, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Glenwood, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Glenwood, KY

Average UV index in August - Glenwood, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Glenwood, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Glenwood, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Glenwood, KY

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

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

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