August weather forecastFlippin, KY
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Flippin, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 85.5°F (29.7°C).Temperature
August ushers in an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.5°F (29.7°C), aligning closely with the preceding month. Throughout August, Flippin records an average temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) at night.Heat index
August's mean heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 96.8°F (36°C). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Flippin, in August, it is raining for 18.5 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Flippin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.5 days and collects up to 41.85" (1063mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Flippin, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:12 pm CDT.
Sunshine
June and August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Flippin.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Flippin, Kentucky. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Flippin, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 85.5°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 (42.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Flippin, 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Flippin, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Flippin, KY
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Flippin, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 3.74"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").
Average rainfall days in August
Flippin, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Flippin, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Flippin, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Flippin, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Flippin, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Flippin, 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
Flippin, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Flippin, KY
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, July and August (5mi).
