August weather forecastCarthage, KY
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Carthage, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 83.1°F (28.4°C) and 64.8°F (18.2°C).Temperature
August reports an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.1°F (28.4°C), slightly varied from July's 84°F (28.9°C). During August, the temperature is averaged to a low of 64.8°F (18.2°C) at night.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Prolonged activity during exposure might result in a state of fatigue and cause heat cramps.Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. 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 hold particular significance for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.Rainfall
In Carthage, Kentucky, during August, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Carthage, there are 121.7 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Carthage, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In Carthage, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of August, in Carthage, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Carthage, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 83.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Carthage, KY
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Carthage, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Carthage, KY
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Carthage, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").
Average rainfall days in August
Carthage, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Carthage, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Carthage, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 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
Carthage, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Carthage, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 18.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14 days).
Average UV index in August
Carthage, KY
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Carthage, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Carthage, 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).
