Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The average high-temperature for August is a still moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. The nights of August anticipate an average low-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout August, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sanders, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.7 days and collects up to 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Sanders, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.9h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Average temperature in August
Sanders, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 84.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Sanders, KY
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Sanders, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Sanders, KY
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Sanders, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in August
Sanders, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Sanders, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Sanders, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 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
Sanders, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Sanders, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Sanders, 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
Sanders, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Sanders, KY
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July and December (5mi).
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