August weather forecastTompkinsville, KY
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Tompkinsville, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 85.5°F (29.7°C).Temperature
Tompkinsville experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.5°F (29.7°C) in August, closely aligned with July's 86.5°F (30.3°C). An average low-temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) is recorded during the nights in August.Heat index
August's average heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 96.8°F (36°C). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In Tompkinsville, during August, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation. In Tompkinsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.5 days and collects up to 41.85" (1063mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Tompkinsville, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 31min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:12 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are June and August, with an average of 10.4h 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Tompkinsville, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 85.5°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 (42.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Tompkinsville, 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
Tompkinsville, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Tompkinsville, KY
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Tompkinsville, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 3.74"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").
Average rainfall days in August
Tompkinsville, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Tompkinsville, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Tompkinsville, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Tompkinsville, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Tompkinsville, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Tompkinsville, 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
Tompkinsville, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Tompkinsville, KY
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, July and August (5mi).
