August weather forecast
Valley Station, KY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Valley Station, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 86.2°F (30.1°C) and 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

During August, Valley Station observes a subtle ascent to a still hot 86.2°F (30.1°C) from July's 87.4°F (30.8°C) in the average high-temperature. During the month of August, an average low-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) is recorded.

Heat index

The heat index for August is calculated to be a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Valley Station, during August, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Valley Station, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.2 days and collects up to 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Valley Station, Kentucky, is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of August in Valley Station, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Valley Station, the average sunshine in August is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Valley Station?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 86.2°F (30.1°C) and 65.8°F (18.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the least humid months in Valley Station?

The months with the lowest humidity in Valley Station, Kentucky, are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in August in Valley Station?

In Valley Station, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August in Valley Station?

In Valley Station, Kentucky, in August, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Valley Station?

May through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Valley Station?

The average day length in August in Valley Station is 13h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Valley Station?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Valley Station, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Valley Station have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Valley Station?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Valley Station?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Valley Station is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Valley Station, KY

Average temperature in August - Valley Station, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 86.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Valley Station, KY

Average pressure in August - Valley Station, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Valley Station, KY

Average wind speed in August - Valley Station, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Valley Station, KY

Average humidity in August - Valley Station, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Valley Station, KY

Average rainfall in August - Valley Station, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in August
Valley Station, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Valley Station, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Valley Station, KY

Average snowfall in August - Valley Station, KY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Valley Station, KY

Average snowfall days in August - Valley Station, KY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.8 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
Valley Station, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Valley Station, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Valley Station, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Valley Station, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Valley Station, KY

Average UV index in August - Valley Station, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Valley Station, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Valley Station, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Valley Station, KY

Average visibility in August - Valley Station, KY
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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