August weather forecast
Draffin, KY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Draffin, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 85.3°F (29.6°C) and 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

Draffin's average high-temperature in August sits at a moderately hot 85.3°F (29.6°C), showing little difference from the previous month. Despite a significant daily temperature range, Draffin's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 61°F (16.1°C) in August.

Heat index

The heat index for August is estimated at a fiery hot 95°F (35°C). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are July, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Draffin, Kentucky, in August, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Draffin, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of August, in Draffin, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Draffin, Kentucky, is August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

UV index

June and 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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Draffin in August?

In August, in Draffin, the average high-temperature is 85.3°F (29.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 61°F (16.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the least humid months in Draffin?

The months with the lowest humidity in Draffin are July, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in August in Draffin?

In August, the average relative humidity in Draffin is 74%.

How much does it rain in Draffin in August?

In August, in Draffin, Kentucky, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout August, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Draffin?

In Draffin, snow does not fall in May through September.

How many hours of daylight does Draffin have in August?

In Draffin, the average day length in August is 13h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Draffin?

On the first day of August in Draffin, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Draffin?

With an average of 10.3h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Draffin.

How long on average sun shines in August in Draffin?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Draffin, Kentucky, is 10.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Draffin?

The months with the highest UV index in Draffin are June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Draffin?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Draffin is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Draffin, KY

Average temperature in August - Draffin, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.3°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 (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in August
Draffin, KY

Average pressure in August - Draffin, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Draffin, KY

Average wind speed in August - Draffin, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Draffin, KY

Average humidity in August - Draffin, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Draffin, KY

Average rainfall in August - Draffin, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in August
Draffin, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Draffin, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Draffin, KY

Average snowfall in August - Draffin, KY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Draffin, KY

Average snowfall days in August - Draffin, KY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Draffin, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Draffin, KY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Draffin, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Draffin, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Draffin, KY

Average UV index in August - Draffin, KY
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Draffin, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Draffin, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in August
Draffin, KY

Average visibility in August - Draffin, KY
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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