Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The weather during August records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. The average low-temperature in Petersville, Kentucky, during August nights is a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C).Heat index
August's average heat index is estimated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In Petersville, Kentucky, in August, during 12.8 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Petersville, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.3 days and collects up to 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Petersville.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of August, in Petersville, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 8:04 pm EDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10.2h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Petersville, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Petersville, KY
- Average pressure in August: 30"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Petersville, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in August
Petersville, KY
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Petersville, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, September and October (1.06").
Average rainfall days in August
Petersville, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Petersville, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Petersville, 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 June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Petersville, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
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: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Petersville, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Petersville, 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
Petersville, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Petersville, KY
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July and September (5mi).
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