August weather forecastCentral City, KY
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Central City, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 85.6°F (29.8°C).Temperature
The high-temperature average in August for Central City is a warm 85.6°F (29.8°C), staying closely aligned with July's conditions. The average nighttime temperature lowers to a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C) throughout August.Heat index
August's average heat index is estimated at a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.
Humidity
In Central City, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout August, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Central City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 33min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Central City, 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 (40.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Central City, 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Central City, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Central City, KY
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Central City, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in August
Central City, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Central City, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Central City, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Central City, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Central City, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Central City, 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
Central City, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Central City, 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).
