August weather forecast
Hume, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Hume, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 84.2°F (29°C) and 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

Upon the beginning of August, Hume's high-temperatures register at a still warm 84.2°F (29°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. Hume records a mean low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) in August.

Heat index

The heat index in August is estimated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout August, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hume, there are 121.2 rainfall days, and 10.87" (276mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Hume, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Hume, Kentucky, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Hume, Kentucky, the average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Hume are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Hume in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Hume, is 84.2°F (29°C), while the low-temperature averages to 64°F (17.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the least humid months in Hume?

August through October, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in August in Hume?

The average relative humidity in August in Hume is 75%.

How much does it rain in Hume in August?

In Hume, in August, during 12.1 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Hume?

May through October are months without snowfall.

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

The average day length in August in Hume is 13h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Hume?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hume have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.1h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in August in Hume?

In Hume, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Hume, KY

Average temperature in August - Hume, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Hume, KY

Average pressure in August - Hume, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Hume, KY

Average wind speed in August - Hume, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Hume, KY

Average humidity in August - Hume, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Hume, KY

Average rainfall in August - Hume, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in August
Hume, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Hume, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Hume, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Hume, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Hume, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Hume, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Hume, KY

Average UV index in August - Hume, 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
Hume, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Hume, KY

Average visibility in August - Hume, KY
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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