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
In August, the average high-temperature registers at a still moderately hot 84.7°F (29.3°C), nearly identical to July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). Throughout August, an average low-temperature of 66°F (18.9°C) is experienced in Stanley.Heat index
During August, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 95°F (35°C). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout August, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Stanley, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Stanley, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In Stanley, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Average temperature in August
Stanley, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 84.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in August
Stanley, KY
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Stanley, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Stanley, KY
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Stanley, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").
Average rainfall days in August
Stanley, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Stanley, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Stanley, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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
Stanley, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
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 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Stanley, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Stanley, 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
Stanley, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Stanley, 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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