August weather forecastYankeetown, IN

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Yankeetown, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 84.2°F (29°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C), subtly diverging from July's 85.5°F (29.7°C). In the month of August, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Yankeetown, in August, during 9.2 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Yankeetown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.4 days and collects up to 7.87" (200mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Yankeetown, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

Yankeetown in August has an average high-temperature of 84.2°F (29°C) and an average low-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

In Yankeetown, during August, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

April through October are months without snowfall.

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

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

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

In Yankeetown, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Yankeetown, IN

  • Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Yankeetown, IN

  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Yankeetown, IN

  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Yankeetown, IN

  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Yankeetown, IN

  • Average rainfall in August: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in August
Yankeetown, IN

  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Yankeetown, IN

  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and November (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Yankeetown, IN

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 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
Yankeetown, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Yankeetown, IN

  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Yankeetown, IN

  • 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
Yankeetown, IN

  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Yankeetown, IN

  • 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).