August weather forecastMonterey, KY
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Monterey, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 84.7°F (29.3°C) and 64.2°F (17.9°C).Temperature
The advent of August reveals an average high-temperature of a still warm 84.7°F (29.3°C), showing minimal difference from the prior month. During the month of August, an average low-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C) is recorded.Heat index
The heat index value during August is evaluated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In Monterey, Kentucky, in August, during 14.9 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 36.81" (935mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Monterey, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 37min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Monterey is 9.8h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Monterey, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 84.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.2°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 (25.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Monterey, KY
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Monterey, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).
Average humidity in August
Monterey, 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%).
Average rainfall in August
Monterey, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in August
Monterey, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Monterey, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Monterey, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Monterey, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
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: 9h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Monterey, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Monterey, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Monterey, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Monterey, KY
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July and December (5mi).
