August weather forecast
Baskett, KY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Baskett, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 84.2°F (29°C) and 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

Baskett's August average high-temperature settles at a still moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C), showing a near match with the preceding month. Baskett experiences an average low-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) in month of August.

Heat index

August's average heat index is computed to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Baskett is 77%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Baskett, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Baskett, Kentucky, is 10.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Baskett. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Baskett?

The high-temperature, in August, in Baskett, is 84.2°F (29°C), while the low-temperature averages to 65.8°F (18.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Baskett?

In Baskett, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Baskett?

In Baskett, Kentucky, in August, during 9.2 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Baskett?

April through October are months without snowfall in Baskett, Kentucky.

What is the average length of the day in August in Baskett?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Baskett?

On the first day of August in Baskett, Kentucky, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Baskett?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Baskett is 10.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Baskett?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Baskett?

In Baskett, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Baskett, KY

Average temperature in August - Baskett, KY
  • 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).

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Average pressure in August
Baskett, KY

Average pressure in August - Baskett, KY
  • 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Baskett, KY

Average wind speed in August - Baskett, KY
  • 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).

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Average humidity in August
Baskett, KY

Average humidity in August - Baskett, KY
  • 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Baskett, KY

Average rainfall in August - Baskett, KY
  • 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").

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Average rainfall days in August
Baskett, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Baskett, KY
  • 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).

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Average snowfall in August
Baskett, KY

Average snowfall in August - Baskett, KY
  • 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").

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Average snowfall days in August
Baskett, KY

Average snowfall days in August - Baskett, KY
  • 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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Baskett, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Baskett, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Baskett, KY
  • 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).

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Average UV index in August
Baskett, KY

Average UV index in August - Baskett, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Baskett, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Baskett, KY
  • 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).

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Average visibility in August
Baskett, KY

Average visibility in August - Baskett, KY
  • 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).

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