August weather forecast
Vest, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Vest, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61°F (16.1°C) and 84.2°F (29°C).

Temperature

The onset of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C), nearly matching the July temperature. Marked by a significant drop from the daytime highs, Vest's average low-temperature in August stands at a refreshing 61°F (16.1°C).

Heat index

August's average heat index is evaluated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Vest, during August, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Vest, there are 168.8 rainfall days, and 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Vest, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Vest, Kentucky, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of August in Vest, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

June through August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Vest. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Vest in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Vest, is 84.2°F (29°C) and the average low-temperature is 61°F (16.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Vest?

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Vest?

In August, in Vest, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout August, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Vest?

In Vest, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through September.

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

The average day length in August in Vest is 13h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Vest?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Vest, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Vest?

The months with the most sunshine in Vest, Kentucky, are June through August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Vest have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Vest is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Vest?

The months with the highest UV index in Vest, Kentucky, are May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Vest?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Vest, Kentucky, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Vest, KY

Average temperature in August - Vest, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in August
Vest, KY

Average pressure in August - Vest, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Vest, KY

Average wind speed in August - Vest, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Vest, KY

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

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

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Average rainfall in August
Vest, KY

Average rainfall in August - Vest, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in August
Vest, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Vest, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Vest, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Vest, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Vest, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Vest, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Vest, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Vest, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Vest, KY

Average UV index in August - Vest, KY
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Vest, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Vest, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in August
Vest, KY

Average visibility in August - Vest, KY
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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