August weather forecast
Zelda, KY

August, the last month of the summer in Zelda, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 62.8°F (17.1°C) and max 85.6°F (29.8°C).

Temperature

Zelda experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a moderately hot 85.6°F (29.8°C) with the onset of August, maintaining near parity with July's 87.1°F (30.6°C). In Zelda, following the steep rise of daytime temperatures, an average nighttime low of 62.8°F (17.1°C) is anticipated during August.

Heat index

August's average heat index is appraised at a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

August is the least humid month in Zelda, Kentucky, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Zelda, Kentucky, during August, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Zelda, Kentucky, there are 176.7 rainfall days, and 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Zelda, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in Zelda, Kentucky, 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 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. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.