Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
August's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still warm 84.6°F (29.2°C) from July's 85.3°F (29.6°C). Bedford anticipates an average minimum temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C) in the month of August.Heat index
August's mean heat index is computed to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Humidity
August through October, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Bedford, during August, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Bedford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.2 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Bedford, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of August, in Bedford, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Bedford, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 84.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Bedford, KY
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"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
Bedford, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Bedford, KY
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Bedford, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").
Average rainfall days in August
Bedford, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Bedford, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Bedford, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Bedford, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Bedford, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Bedford, KY
- 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
Bedford, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Bedford, KY
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July and December (5mi).
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