August weather forecast
Versailles, KY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Versailles, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 84.7°F (29.3°C) and min 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

Versailles's entry into August measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84.7°F (29.3°C), closely parallel to the preceding month. Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 64.9°F (18.3°C) in August.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Versailles, in August, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.8 rainfall days, and 37.64" (956mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During August, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

In August, in Versailles, the average high-temperature is 84.7°F (29.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 74%, August is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Versailles, during August, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Versailles have in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Versailles have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

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 reading in August?

In Versailles, the average daily maximum UV index in August 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
Versailles, KY

Average temperature in August - Versailles, 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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Versailles, KY

Average pressure in August - Versailles, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Versailles, KY

Average wind speed in August - Versailles, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Versailles, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Versailles, KY

Average rainfall in August - Versailles, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in August
Versailles, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Versailles, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Versailles, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Versailles, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Versailles, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Versailles, KY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Versailles, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Versailles, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Versailles, KY

Average UV index in August - Versailles, 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
Versailles, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Versailles, KY

Average visibility in August - Versailles, KY
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July and December (5mi).

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