August weather forecastWhite Tower, KY
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in White Tower, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 84.2°F (29°C) and min 64.2°F (17.9°C).Temperature
The arrival of August coincides with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C), indicating a minimal shift from July's 85.1°F (29.5°C). During August, the average low-temperature is a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Humidity
August and September, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In White Tower, in August, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in White Tower, there are 154.2 rainfall days, and 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
White Tower, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 84.2°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 (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).
Average pressure in August
White Tower, KY
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
White Tower, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).
Average humidity in August
White Tower, KY
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (74%).
Average rainfall in August
White Tower, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in August
White Tower, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
White Tower, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
White Tower, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
White Tower, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
White Tower, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.2 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).
Average UV index in August
White Tower, KY
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
White Tower, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
White Tower, KY
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
