August weather forecast
Kirksey, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Kirksey, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 87.3°F (30.7°C) and min 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

In the transition from July to August, Kirksey reports an average high-temperature of a still hot 87.3°F (30.7°C), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. The average temperature in Kirksey drops to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C) during the night in the month of August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is evaluated at a torrid 102.2°F (39°C). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kirksey, in August, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kirksey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.5 days and collects up to 39.72" (1009mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Kirksey, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Kirksey, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of August, in Kirksey, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Kirksey. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Kirksey, is 87.3°F (30.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 67.6°F (19.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Kirksey, during August, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Kirksey?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Kirksey?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Kirksey?

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

Average temperature in August - Kirksey, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 87.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°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 (29.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Kirksey, KY

Average pressure in August - Kirksey, 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
Kirksey, KY

Average wind speed in August - Kirksey, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Kirksey, KY

Average humidity in August - Kirksey, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Kirksey, KY

Average rainfall in August - Kirksey, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in August
Kirksey, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Kirksey, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Kirksey, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Kirksey, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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
Kirksey, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Kirksey, KY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in August
Kirksey, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Kirksey, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Kirksey, KY

Average UV index in August - Kirksey, 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
Kirksey, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Kirksey, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

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
Kirksey, KY

Average visibility in August - Kirksey, 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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