August weather forecast
White Tower, KY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in White Tower, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 84.2°F (29°C) and 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

White Tower records an average high-temperature of a still warm 84.2°F (29°C) in August, maintaining a close correlation with July's 85.1°F (29.5°C). In the month of August, White Tower records a consistent average low-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is calculated to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In White Tower, in August, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.2 rainfall days, and 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

In August, in White Tower, the average high-temperature is 84.2°F (29°C), and the average low-temperature is 64.2°F (17.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the least humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In White Tower, in August, during 13.9 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In White Tower, snow does not fall in May through September.

How many hours of daylight does White Tower have in August?

In White Tower, the average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, 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 White Tower, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
White Tower, KY

Average temperature in August - White Tower, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in August
White Tower, KY

Average pressure in August - White Tower, 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
White Tower, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
White Tower, KY

Average humidity in August - White Tower, 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 and September (74%).

Average rainfall in August
White Tower, KY

Average rainfall in August - White Tower, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in August
White Tower, KY

Average rainfall days in August - White Tower, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
White Tower, KY

Average snowfall in August - White Tower, KY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
White Tower, KY

Average snowfall days in August - White Tower, 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
White Tower, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - White Tower, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
White Tower, KY

Average sunshine days in August - White Tower, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in August
White Tower, KY

Average UV index in August - White Tower, KY
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are 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
White Tower, KY

Average cloud cover in August - White Tower, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
White Tower, KY

Average visibility in August - White Tower, KY
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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