August weather forecast
Sanders, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Sanders, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 84.4°F (29.1°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Temperature

The initiation of August records an average high-temperature of a still warm 84.4°F (29.1°C), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. An average minimum temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) is recorded in Sanders, Kentucky, during the month of August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. 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', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. 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.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Sanders, during August, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sanders, Kentucky, there are 166.7 rainfall days, and 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Sanders.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Sanders, Kentucky, is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sanders, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Sanders in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sanders are 84.4°F (29.1°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Sanders?

In August, the average relative humidity in Sanders, Kentucky, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Sanders?

In Sanders, Kentucky, in August, during 14.7 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Sanders?

May through October are months without snowfall in Sanders.

What is the average length of the day in August in Sanders?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Sanders?

On the first day of August in Sanders, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanders have in August?

In Sanders, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Sanders?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Sanders?

In Sanders, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Sanders, KY

Average temperature in August - Sanders, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Sanders, KY

Average pressure in August - Sanders, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Sanders, KY

Average wind speed in August - Sanders, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Sanders, KY

Average humidity in August - Sanders, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Sanders, KY

Average rainfall in August - Sanders, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in August
Sanders, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Sanders, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Sanders, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Sanders, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 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
Sanders, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Sanders, 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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Sanders, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Sanders, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Sanders, KY

Average UV index in August - Sanders, 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
Sanders, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Sanders, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Sanders, KY

Average visibility in August - Sanders, KY
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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