August weather forecastClay, KY
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Clay, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 84.9°F (29.4°C).Temperature
The arrival of August sees an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.9°F (29.4°C), hardly diverging from July's 86.2°F (30.1°C). Clay records an average low-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) throughout the month of August.Heat index
During August, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 95°F (35°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. 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 particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.
Humidity
In Clay, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In Clay, Kentucky, during August, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. In Clay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.8 days and collects up to 22.68" (576mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Clay, Kentucky, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 34min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.4h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Clay, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 84.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.7°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 (27.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Clay, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Clay, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Clay, 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%).
Average rainfall in August
Clay, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").
Average rainfall days in August
Clay, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Clay, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Clay, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Clay, 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 24min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Clay, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).
Average UV index in August
Clay, 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
Clay, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Clay, 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).
