August weather forecast
Elsmere, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Elsmere, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 64.6°F (18.1°C) and an average high of 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

In August, Elsmere experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 84.6°F (29.2°C) in July to a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C). In August, Elsmere experiences an average nighttime temperature of 64.6°F (18.1°C).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Elsmere, in August, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Elsmere, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Elsmere, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of August, in Elsmere, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Elsmere is 10.1h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Elsmere. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Elsmere during August?

August temperatures in Elsmere, Kentucky, vary between a high-temperature of 83.8°F (28.8°C) and a low-temperature of 64.6°F (18.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the least humid months in Elsmere?

August through October, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Elsmere.

What is the average humidity in August in Elsmere?

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

How much does it rain in Elsmere in August?

In Elsmere, during August, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Elsmere?

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

What is the average length of the day in August in Elsmere?

In August, the average day length in Elsmere is 13h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Elsmere?

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 7:07 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elsmere have in August?

In Elsmere, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Elsmere?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Elsmere, Kentucky, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Elsmere, KY

Average temperature in August - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, KY

Average pressure in August - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, KY

Average wind speed in August - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, KY

Average humidity in August - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, KY

Average rainfall in August - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, KY

Average snowfall in August - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, KY

Average snowfall days in August - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, KY

Average UV index in August - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, KY

Average visibility in August - Elsmere, 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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