August weather forecast
Stanton, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Stanton, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 63.1°F (17.3°C) and max 84.7°F (29.3°C).

Temperature

The shift to August signals an average high-temperature of a warm 84.7°F (29.3°C), subtly varied from July's 86.5°F (30.3°C). A considerable shift from the daytime highs is observed during August nights, with an average low of 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is appraised at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

The least humid month in Stanton is August, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In August, in Stanton, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout August, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Stanton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.3 days and collects up to 34.33" (872mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Stanton is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Stanton is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Stanton are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Stanton in August?

Stanton in August has an average high-temperature of 84.7°F (29.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month in Stanton?

The least humid month in Stanton, Kentucky, is August, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in August in Stanton?

The average relative humidity in August in Stanton, Kentucky, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Stanton in August?

In Stanton, in August, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Stanton?

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

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

In Stanton, the average day length in August is 13h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Stanton?

On the first day of August in Stanton, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Stanton have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Stanton?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Stanton?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Stanton is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Stanton, KY

Average temperature in August - Stanton, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Stanton, KY

Average pressure in August - Stanton, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Stanton, KY

Average wind speed in August - Stanton, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Stanton, KY

Average humidity in August - Stanton, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Stanton, KY

Average rainfall in August - Stanton, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in August
Stanton, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Stanton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Stanton, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Stanton, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Stanton, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Stanton, KY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Stanton, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Stanton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Stanton, KY

Average UV index in August - Stanton, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Stanton, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Stanton, 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).

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Average visibility in August
Stanton, KY

Average visibility in August - Stanton, 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).

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