August weather forecast
Waco, KY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Waco, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 84°F (28.9°C) and min 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Temperature

Waco's shift into August sets the average high-temperature at a still warm 84°F (28.9°C), a figure that deviates only slightly from July's 85.1°F (29.5°C). An average minimum temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C) marks the month of August in Waco, Kentucky.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are August through November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Waco, during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.9 rainfall days, and 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of August, in Waco, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:06 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. 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: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Waco in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 84°F (28.9°C) and a low-temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month in Waco?

August through November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months in Waco.

What is the average humidity in August in Waco?

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Waco?

In Waco, in August, during 14.8 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Waco?

In Waco, snow does not fall in May through October.

How many hours of daylight does Waco have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Waco?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waco, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:06 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Waco?

The average sunshine duration in August in Waco, Kentucky, is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Waco?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Waco?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Waco is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Waco, KY

Average temperature in August - Waco, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 84°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.9°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 (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Waco, KY

Average pressure in August - Waco, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 30"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).

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Average wind speed in August
Waco, KY

Average wind speed in August - Waco, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Waco, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Waco, KY

Average rainfall in August - Waco, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in August
Waco, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Waco, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Waco, KY

Average snowfall in August - Waco, 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
Waco, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
Waco, KY

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

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Waco, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Waco, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Waco, KY

Average UV index in August - Waco, 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
Waco, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Waco, 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
Waco, KY

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

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

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