August weather forecast
Oil Springs, KY

August, the last month of the summer in Oil Springs, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 62.2°F (16.8°C) and 85.6°F (29.8°C).

Temperature

Oil Springs, Kentucky, experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a moderately hot 85.6°F (29.8°C) with the onset of August, maintaining near parity with July's 86.9°F (30.5°C). August is characterized by a distinct thermal shift, with nighttime lows averaging at a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at a sweltering 96.8°F (36°C). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In August, in Oil Springs, Kentucky, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout August, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Oil Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.7 days and collects up to 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Oil Springs, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Oil Springs, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of August, in Oil Springs, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in Oil Springs, Kentucky, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Oil Springs, Kentucky. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.