August weather forecast
Poplar Flat, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Poplar Flat, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

Poplar Flat indicates an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C) in August, showing minor variation from July's 84.7°F (29.3°C). An average low-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. 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', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

April, August through November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months in Poplar Flat.

Rainfall

In Poplar Flat, in August, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Poplar Flat, there are 101.6 rainfall days, and 8.15" (207mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.3h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August translates into these guidelines:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Poplar Flat in August?

During August, Poplar Flat experiences an average high-temperature of 83.8°F (28.8°C) and a low-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the least humid months in Poplar Flat?

April, August through November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months in Poplar Flat, Kentucky.

What is the average humidity in August in Poplar Flat?

In Poplar Flat, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Poplar Flat?

In Poplar Flat, Kentucky, in August, during 8.1 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Poplar Flat?

In Poplar Flat, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Poplar Flat?

In August, the average day length in Poplar Flat is 13h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Poplar Flat?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Poplar Flat?

With an average of 10.3h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Poplar Flat.

How long on average sun shines in August in Poplar Flat?

In Poplar Flat, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Poplar Flat?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Poplar Flat?

In Poplar Flat, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate 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
Poplar Flat, KY

Average temperature in August - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Poplar Flat, KY

Average pressure in August - Poplar Flat, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Poplar Flat, KY

Average wind speed in August - Poplar Flat, 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
Poplar Flat, KY

Average humidity in August - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August, September, October and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Poplar Flat, KY

Average rainfall in August - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in August
Poplar Flat, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Poplar Flat, KY

Average snowfall in August - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Poplar Flat, KY

Average snowfall days in August - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
Poplar Flat, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Poplar Flat, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Poplar Flat, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Poplar Flat, KY

Average UV index in August - Poplar Flat, 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
Poplar Flat, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Poplar Flat, 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).

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Average visibility in August
Poplar Flat, KY

Average visibility in August - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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