August weather forecastClearfield, KY
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Clearfield, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 85.1°F (29.5°C) and an average low of 62.6°F (17°C).Temperature
August's presence marks an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.1°F (29.5°C), subtly varied from July's 86.5°F (30.3°C). Clearfield, amidst the high August temperatures, experiences a substantial shift to an average nighttime low of 62.6°F (17°C).Heat index
August's heat index is evaluated at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. 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.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.
Humidity
August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In August, in Clearfield, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout August, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.6 rainfall days, and 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Clearfield, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 36min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 8:04 pm EDT.
Sunshine
June and August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine, are months with the most 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Clearfield, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 85.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Clearfield, KY
- Average pressure in August: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Clearfield, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 4.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Clearfield, KY
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Clearfield, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in August
Clearfield, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Clearfield, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Clearfield, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Clearfield, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
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 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: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Clearfield, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Clearfield, 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
Clearfield, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Clearfield, KY
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
