August weather forecastMarydale, KY
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Marydale, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 64.6°F (18.1°C) and max 83.8°F (28.8°C).Temperature
The transition from July to August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C), barely different from July's 84.6°F (29.2°C). An average low-temperature of 64.6°F (18.1°C) is common in Marydale during the nights of August.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is evaluated at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Humidity
August through October, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Marydale.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout August, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Marydale, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 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 Marydale, Kentucky, the average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through 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 the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. 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. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Marydale, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Marydale, KY
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Marydale, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).
Average humidity in August
Marydale, KY
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Marydale, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 1.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").
Average rainfall days in August
Marydale, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Marydale, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Marydale, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Marydale, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 6min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Marydale, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12 days).
Average UV index in August
Marydale, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Marydale, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Marydale, 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).
