August weather forecast
Letcher, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Letcher, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 59.5°F (15.3°C) and an average high of 82.8°F (28.2°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of August, Letcher's average high-temperature registers at a still warm 82.8°F (28.2°C), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. A steep decline to a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) characterizes the August nights in Letcher.

Heat index

August's heat index is evaluated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Uninterrupted activity during exposure could lead to a sense of exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 18.4 days. Throughout August, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Letcher, there are 195.8 rainfall days, and 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Letcher, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Letcher?

In Letcher, 82.8°F (28.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 59.5°F (15.3°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Letcher?

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Letcher?

In Letcher, Kentucky, in August, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Letcher?

In Letcher, Kentucky, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Letcher have in August?

The average day length in August in Letcher, Kentucky, is 13h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Letcher?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Letcher, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Letcher have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Letcher is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Letcher?

May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August in Letcher?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Letcher, Kentucky, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Letcher, KY

Average temperature in August - Letcher, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Letcher, KY

Average pressure in August - Letcher, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Letcher, KY

Average wind speed in August - Letcher, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Letcher, KY

Average humidity in August - Letcher, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Letcher, KY

Average rainfall in August - Letcher, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

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Average rainfall days in August
Letcher, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Letcher, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Letcher, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Letcher, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Letcher, KY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Letcher, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Letcher, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Letcher, KY

Average UV index in August - Letcher, KY
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Letcher, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Letcher, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in August
Letcher, KY

Average visibility in August - Letcher, KY
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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