August weather forecast
Nicholson, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Nicholson, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 84.2°F (29°C) and 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

Nicholson experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 84.2°F (29°C) with the onset of August, subtly varied from July's 85.1°F (29.5°C). Nicholson in August anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Nicholson are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout August, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Nicholson, there are 154.2 rainfall days, and 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Nicholson is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of August, in Nicholson, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Nicholson are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. 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. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Nicholson in August?

In Nicholson, 84.2°F (29°C) is the average high-temperature and 64.2°F (17.9°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month in Nicholson?

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Nicholson.

What is the average humidity in August in Nicholson?

The average relative humidity in August in Nicholson is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August in Nicholson?

In August, in Nicholson, Kentucky, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout August, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Nicholson?

In Nicholson, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Nicholson?

The average day length in August in Nicholson is 13h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Nicholson?

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 7:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Nicholson have in August?

In Nicholson, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Nicholson?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Nicholson?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Nicholson, Kentucky, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Nicholson, KY

Average temperature in August - Nicholson, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°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 (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Nicholson, KY

Average pressure in August - Nicholson, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Nicholson, KY

Average wind speed in August - Nicholson, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Nicholson, KY

Average humidity in August - Nicholson, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Nicholson, KY

Average rainfall in August - Nicholson, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in August
Nicholson, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Nicholson, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Nicholson, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Nicholson, KY

Average snowfall days in August - Nicholson, 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).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Nicholson, KY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Nicholson, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Nicholson, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Nicholson, KY

Average UV index in August - Nicholson, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Nicholson, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Nicholson, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Nicholson, KY

Average visibility in August - Nicholson, KY
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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