August weather forecast
Southdown, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Southdown, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 59.5°F (15.3°C) and 82.8°F (28.2°C).

Temperature

August's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C), slightly deviating from July's 83.8°F (28.8°C). Southdown experiences a substantial divergence from daytime highs in August, with average lows hovering around a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Persistent activity under exposure might lead to a feeling of weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Southdown, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 18.4 days. Throughout August, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Southdown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195.8 days and collects up to 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Southdown.

Daylight

In Southdown, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 82.8°F (28.2°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C) respectively. In August, 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, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Southdown, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Southdown, in August, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

May, June and 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 August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Southdown, KY

Average temperature in August - Southdown, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Southdown, KY

Average pressure in August - Southdown, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Southdown, KY

Average wind speed in August - Southdown, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Southdown, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Southdown, KY

Average rainfall in August - Southdown, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in August
Southdown, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Southdown, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Southdown, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Southdown, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Southdown, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Southdown, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Southdown, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8 days).

Average UV index in August
Southdown, KY

Average UV index in August - Southdown, 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
Southdown, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Southdown, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
Southdown, KY

Average visibility in August - Southdown, 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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