August weather forecastFrench Lick, IN
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in French Lick, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 64.8°F (18.2°C) and max 85.1°F (29.5°C).Temperature
The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.1°F (29.5°C), closely following the temperature pattern of July. In French Lick, an average temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C) is noted during August nights.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a very hot 95°F (35°C). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. 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.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.
Humidity
In French Lick, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In French Lick, during August, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in French Lick, Indiana, there are 157.2 rainfall days, and 28.03" (712mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in French Lick.Daylight
In French Lick, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 37min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 9.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. 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. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
French Lick, IN
- Average high temperature in August: 85.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).
Average pressure in August
French Lick, IN
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
French Lick, IN
- Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in August
French Lick, IN
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in August
French Lick, IN
- Average rainfall in August: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in August
French Lick, IN
- Average rainfall days in August: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
French Lick, IN
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
French Lick, IN
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
French Lick, IN
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
French Lick, IN
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).
Average UV index in August
French Lick, IN
- 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
French Lick, IN
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in August
French Lick, IN
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).
