August weather forecastRocky Hill, KY
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Rocky Hill, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 85.1°F (29.5°C) and an average low of 65.8°F (18.8°C).Temperature
Rocky Hill's weather, upon August's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.1°F (29.5°C), nearly identical to the prior month. Rocky Hill usually reports an average low-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) during the month of August.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Rocky Hill, in August, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rocky Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.2 days and collects up to 23.27" (591mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Rocky Hill, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Rocky Hill, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 85.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).
Average pressure in August
Rocky Hill, 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Rocky Hill, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 5.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in August
Rocky Hill, KY
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Rocky Hill, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.34").
Average rainfall days in August
Rocky Hill, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Rocky Hill, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Rocky Hill, 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
Rocky Hill, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min
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: 10h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Rocky Hill, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Rocky Hill, 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
Rocky Hill, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Rocky Hill, KY
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
