August weather forecastLedford, KY
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Ledford, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.8°F (19.9°C) and 86.2°F (30.1°C).Temperature
The introduction of August sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 86.2°F (30.1°C), hardly deviating from July. In Ledford, the average low-temperature during the month of August is a comfortable 67.8°F (19.9°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 98.6°F (37°C). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Ledford, during August, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Ledford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162 days and collects up to 39.53" (1004mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Ledford is 13h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of August, in Ledford, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Ledford, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Ledford are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. 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. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Ledford, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 86.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).
Average pressure in August
Ledford, KY
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Ledford, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Ledford, KY
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Ledford, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in August
Ledford, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ledford, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ledford, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ledford, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ledford, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Ledford, 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
Ledford, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Ledford, 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).
