August weather forecastGracey, KY
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Gracey, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 85.8°F (29.9°C) and 66.9°F (19.4°C).Temperature
The average high-temperature is a warm 85.8°F (29.9°C) in August, hardly different from the 86.9°F (30.5°C) recorded in July. The nighttime temperature, during August, averages of 66.9°F (19.4°C).Heat index
August's average heat index is evaluated at a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.
Humidity
In Gracey, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In August, in Gracey, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout August, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gracey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 26.38" (670mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Gracey.Daylight
In Gracey, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Gracey are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Gracey, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 85.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Gracey, KY
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Gracey, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Gracey, KY
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Gracey, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").
Average rainfall days in August
Gracey, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gracey, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Gracey, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Gracey, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gracey, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 13 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Gracey, 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
Gracey, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Gracey, 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).
