August weather forecast
Roark, KY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Roark, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 60.6°F (15.9°C) and max 83.7°F (28.7°C).

Temperature

The dawn of August sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.7°F (28.7°C), subtly contrasting with July's 84.6°F (29.2°C). The month of August sees a significant daily temperature drop, recording an average low-temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is appraised at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

April, June, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months in Roark.

Rainfall

In Roark, during August, the rain falls for 17.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Roark, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.4 days and collects up to 40.28" (1023mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of August in Roark, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and 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: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 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 potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Roark during August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Roark, Kentucky, during August are 83.7°F (28.7°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the least humid months in Roark?

April, June, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months in Roark.

What is the average humidity in August in Roark?

In Roark, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in Roark in August?

In Roark, in August, during 17.6 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Roark?

May through September are months without snowfall in Roark, Kentucky.

How many hours of daylight does Roark have in August?

In August, the average day length in Roark, Kentucky, is 13h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Roark?

On the first day of August in Roark, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Roark have in August?

In Roark, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Roark?

The months with the highest UV index in Roark, Kentucky, are May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Roark?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Roark, KY

Average temperature in August - Roark, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Roark, KY

Average pressure in August - Roark, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Roark, KY

Average wind speed in August - Roark, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Roark, KY

Average humidity in August - Roark, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, August and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in August
Roark, KY

Average rainfall in August - Roark, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in August
Roark, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Roark, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Roark, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Roark, KY

Average snowfall days in August - Roark, KY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Roark, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Roark, KY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Roark, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Roark, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Roark, KY

Average UV index in August - Roark, KY
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Roark, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Roark, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in August
Roark, KY

Average visibility in August - Roark, KY
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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