August weather forecast
Edgewood, KY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Edgewood, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 83.8°F (28.8°C) and min 64.6°F (18.1°C).

Temperature

August registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C), slightly varied from July's 84.6°F (29.2°C). Edgewood, during the month of August, experiences an average low-temperature of 64.6°F (18.1°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Edgewood are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Edgewood, during August, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Edgewood is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Edgewood, the average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Edgewood. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Edgewood in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Edgewood, is 83.8°F (28.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 64.6°F (18.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month in Edgewood?

The months with the lowest humidity in Edgewood are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in August in Edgewood?

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

How much does it rain in Edgewood in August?

In Edgewood, Kentucky, in August, during 13.6 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Edgewood?

May through September are months without snowfall in Edgewood.

How many hours of daylight does Edgewood have in August?

The average day length in August in Edgewood, Kentucky, is 13h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Edgewood?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Edgewood, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Edgewood?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Edgewood?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Edgewood?

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

Average temperature in August - Edgewood, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Edgewood, KY

Average pressure in August - Edgewood, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Edgewood, KY

Average wind speed in August - Edgewood, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Edgewood, KY

Average humidity in August - Edgewood, 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Edgewood, KY

Average rainfall in August - Edgewood, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in August
Edgewood, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Edgewood, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Edgewood, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Edgewood, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Edgewood, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Edgewood, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12 days).

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Average UV index in August
Edgewood, KY

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

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Edgewood, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Edgewood, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Edgewood, KY

Average visibility in August - Edgewood, 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).

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