August weather forecast
Southgate, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Southgate, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 64.2°F (17.9°C) and 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

As Southgate transitions from July to August, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C), nearly the same as the previous 84.7°F (29.3°C). During the month of August, the temperature falls to an average of 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Heat index

August's average heat index is computed to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Southgate, in August, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Southgate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.9 days and collects up to 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.
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 7:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

In August, in Southgate, the average high-temperature is 83.8°F (28.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 64.2°F (17.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month?

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 Southgate, in August, during 13.6 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Southgate, the average day length in August is 13h and 39min.

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 7:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Southgate, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Southgate, KY

Average temperature in August - Southgate, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Southgate, KY

Average pressure in August - Southgate, 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
Southgate, KY

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

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

Average humidity in August
Southgate, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in August
Southgate, KY

Average rainfall in August - Southgate, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in August
Southgate, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Southgate, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Southgate, KY

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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
Southgate, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Southgate, 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: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Southgate, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Southgate, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Southgate, KY

Average UV index in August - Southgate, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Southgate, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Southgate, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Southgate, KY

Average visibility in August - Southgate, 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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