August weather forecast
Harper Ford, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Harper Ford, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 86.2°F (30.1°C) and an average low of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

Harper Ford's August showcases an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.2°F (30.1°C), hardly distinct from July's 87.3°F (30.7°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C) in August.

Heat index

August's average heat index is evaluated at a torrid 98.6°F (37°C). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. 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 extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Harper Ford, in August, during 16.5 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.5 rainfall days, and 39.65" (1007mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 33min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 86.2°F (30.1°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Harper Ford, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Harper Ford, in August, during 16.5 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Harper Ford, snow does not fall in May through September.

How many hours of daylight does Harper Ford have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Harper Ford have in August?

In Harper Ford, the average sunshine duration in August 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Harper Ford, KY

Average temperature in August - Harper Ford, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 86.2°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 66.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Harper Ford, KY

Average pressure in August - Harper Ford, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"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
Harper Ford, KY

Average wind speed in August - Harper Ford, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Harper Ford, KY

Average humidity in August - Harper Ford, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Harper Ford, KY

Average rainfall in August - Harper Ford, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in August
Harper Ford, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Harper Ford, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Harper Ford, KY

Average snowfall in August - Harper Ford, KY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Harper Ford, KY

Average snowfall days in August - Harper Ford, KY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
Harper Ford, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Harper Ford, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Harper Ford, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Harper Ford, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Harper Ford, KY

Average UV index in August - Harper Ford, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Harper Ford, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Harper Ford, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Harper Ford, KY

Average visibility in August - Harper Ford, 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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