August weather forecast
Payne, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Payne, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 67.6°F (19.8°C) and an average high of 86.7°F (30.4°C).

Temperature

As July transitions into August, Payne records an average high-temperature of a still hot 86.7°F (30.4°C), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. Throughout August, Payne records an average temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) at night.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 100.4°F (38°C). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Payne, in August, during 16.2 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Payne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.3 days and collects up to 42.01" (1067mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Payne, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Payne 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Payne in August?

In Payne, in August, the average high-temperature is 86.7°F (30.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 67.6°F (19.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Payne?

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

How much does it rain in Payne in August?

In Payne, during August, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Payne?

May through October are months without snowfall in Payne.

How many hours of daylight does Payne have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Payne?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Payne?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Payne?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Payne?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Payne is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Payne, KY

Average temperature in August - Payne, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 86.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Payne, KY

Average pressure in August - Payne, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"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
Payne, KY

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Payne, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Payne, KY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in August
Payne, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Payne, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Payne, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Payne, KY

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Payne, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Payne, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Payne, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Payne, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Payne, KY

Average UV index in August - Payne, 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
Payne, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Payne, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Payne, KY

Average visibility in August - Payne, 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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