August weather forecast
Threeforks, KY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Threeforks, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 84.4°F (29.1°C) and 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a warm 84.4°F (29.1°C) in August, hardly different from the 86°F (30°C) recorded in July. August's nights exhibit a sharp contrast from day highs, with an average temperature of 61°F (16.1°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is estimated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are July, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Threeforks, during August, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. In Threeforks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Threeforks, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Threeforks is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are 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 average person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Threeforks, is 84.4°F (29.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 61°F (16.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are July, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Threeforks, in August, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Threeforks, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Threeforks have in August?

In Threeforks, the average day length in August is 13h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Threeforks have in August?

In Threeforks, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

In Threeforks, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Threeforks, KY

Average temperature in August - Threeforks, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Threeforks, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Threeforks, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Threeforks, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Threeforks, KY

Average rainfall in August - Threeforks, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in August
Threeforks, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Threeforks, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Threeforks, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Threeforks, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Threeforks, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Threeforks, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Threeforks, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Threeforks, KY

Average UV index in August - Threeforks, KY
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Threeforks, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Threeforks, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Threeforks, KY

Average visibility in August - Threeforks, 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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