August weather forecast
Ricedale, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Ricedale, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 83.8°F (28.8°C) and min 64.6°F (18.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C), closely following the temperature pattern of July. Ricedale encounters an average low-temperature of 64.6°F (18.1°C) during August nights.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Ricedale are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout August, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. 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. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

In Ricedale, 83.8°F (28.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 64.6°F (18.1°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month in Ricedale?

August through October, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Ricedale, during August, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Ricedale, the average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Ricedale, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°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 (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Ricedale, KY

Average pressure in August - Ricedale, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Ricedale, KY

Average wind speed in August - Ricedale, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Ricedale, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Ricedale, KY

Average rainfall in August - Ricedale, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in August
Ricedale, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Ricedale, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Ricedale, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Ricedale, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Ricedale, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ricedale, KY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Ricedale, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Ricedale, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12 days).

Average UV index in August
Ricedale, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Ricedale, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Ricedale, KY

Average visibility in August - Ricedale, 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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