August weather forecastPoole, KY
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Poole, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 84.7°F (29.3°C) and 66.6°F (19.2°C).Temperature
The commencement of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84.7°F (29.3°C), marking an inconsequential divergence from July. Poole usually reports an average low-temperature of 66.6°F (19.2°C) during the month of August.Heat index
August's average heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 95°F (35°C). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In Poole, during August, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 143.1 rainfall days, and 24.8" (630mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Poole, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Poole, Kentucky, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Poole, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 84.7°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 (40.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Poole, KY
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Poole, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Poole, KY
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Poole, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").
Average rainfall days in August
Poole, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Poole, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Poole, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Poole, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Poole, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Poole, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Poole, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Poole, 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).
