August weather forecast
Tatumsville, KY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Tatumsville, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 87.3°F (30.7°C).

Temperature

August's average high-temperature is a still hot 87.3°F (30.7°C), maintaining a close comparison with July's 88.2°F (31.2°C). August brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is evaluated at a fiery hot 100.4°F (38°C). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In Tatumsville, in August, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Tatumsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.8 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Tatumsville, records 87.3°F (30.7°C), while the low-temperature is 67.6°F (19.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Tatumsville, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

How many days does it rain in August in Tatumsville?

In Tatumsville, in August, during 13.8 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Tatumsville have in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

What are the months with 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 Tatumsville, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Tatumsville, KY

Average temperature in August - Tatumsville, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 87.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Tatumsville, KY

Average pressure in August - Tatumsville, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Tatumsville, KY

Average wind speed in August - Tatumsville, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Tatumsville, KY

Average humidity in August - Tatumsville, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Tatumsville, KY

Average rainfall in August - Tatumsville, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in August
Tatumsville, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Tatumsville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Tatumsville, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Tatumsville, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Tatumsville, 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: 10h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Tatumsville, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Tatumsville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Tatumsville, KY

Average UV index in August - Tatumsville, 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
Tatumsville, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Tatumsville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Tatumsville, KY

Average visibility in August - Tatumsville, 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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