August weather forecastSamaria, KY
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Samaria, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 85.6°F (29.8°C) and min 62.4°F (16.9°C).Temperature
Stepping into August, Samaria records an average high-temperature of a warm 85.6°F (29.8°C), almost consistent with July. Contrasting the daytime warmth, Samaria's August nights cool down to an average of 62.4°F (16.9°C).Heat index
In August, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially vital to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.
Humidity
The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 74%.Rainfall
In Samaria, in August, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.1 rainfall days, and 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Samaria, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In Samaria, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.
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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Average temperature in August
Samaria, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 85.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.4°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 (25.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Samaria, KY
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Samaria, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 4.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Samaria, KY
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Samaria, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.52"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in August
Samaria, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Samaria, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Samaria, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Samaria, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Samaria, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Samaria, 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
Samaria, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Samaria, KY
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
