August weather forecastBays, KY
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Bays, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.6°F (17°C) and 85.6°F (29.8°C).Temperature
With the onset of August, the average high-temperature stands at a moderately hot 85.6°F (29.8°C), closely aligned with July's 86.7°F (30.4°C). Despite drastic daytime highs, Bays logs an average low-temperature reading of 62.6°F (17°C) throughout August.Heat index
The heat index value during August is estimated at a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.
Humidity
August and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Bays, during August, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178 rainfall days, and 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Bays, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 34min.On the first day of August in Bays, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are June and August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Bays, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 85.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in August
Bays, KY
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Bays, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Bays, KY
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Bays, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in August
Bays, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Bays, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Bays, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Bays, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
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 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Bays, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).
Average UV index in August
Bays, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Bays, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Bays, KY
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
