August weather forecast
Lawton, KY

August, the last month of the summer in Lawton, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 85.3°F (29.6°C) and min 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in August for Lawton is a warm 85.3°F (29.6°C), staying closely aligned with July's conditions. Lawton experiences a significant downturn from peak daytime temperatures throughout August, with the average low-temperature dipping to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is evaluated at a torrid 95°F (35°C). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

August is the least humid month in Lawton, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout August, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lawton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.9 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Lawton.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Lawton is 13h and 36min.
On the first day of August in Lawton, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.

Sunshine

June and August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Lawton, Kentucky.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August translates into these guidelines:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.