August weather forecast
Albany, KY

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Albany, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 85.3°F (29.6°C) and 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.3°F (29.6°C) from July's 86.5°F (30.3°C). Albany experiences a consistent average temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C) throughout the nights in August.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Albany are June, August, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Albany, in August, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Albany, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.3 days and collects up to 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Albany, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Albany, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of August, in Albany, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are June and August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.