August weather forecast
Helton, KY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Helton, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 60.6°F (15.9°C) and max 83.7°F (28.7°C).

Temperature

During August, Helton observes a subtle ascent to a still warm 83.7°F (28.7°C) from July's 84.6°F (29.2°C) in the average high-temperature. August in Helton is characterized by a distinct thermal shift, with nighttime lows averaging at a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Helton, Kentucky, are April, June, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Helton, during August, the rain falls for 17.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Helton, there are 190.4 rainfall days, and 40.28" (1023mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Helton, Kentucky, is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Helton, Kentucky, the average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Helton. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Helton during August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Helton, is 83.7°F (28.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the least humid months in Helton?

April, June, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in August in Helton?

The average relative humidity in August in Helton is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Helton?

In Helton, in August, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Helton?

May through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Helton?

In Helton, Kentucky, the average day length in August is 13h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Helton?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Helton, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Helton have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Helton, Kentucky, is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Helton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Helton?

In Helton, 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
Helton, KY

Average temperature in August - Helton, 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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Helton, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Helton, KY

Average wind speed in August - Helton, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Helton, KY

Average humidity in August - Helton, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Helton, KY

Average rainfall in August - Helton, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in August
Helton, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Helton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Helton, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Helton, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Helton, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Helton, 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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Helton, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Helton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Helton, KY

Average UV index in August - Helton, KY
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Helton, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Helton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
Helton, KY

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

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

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