August weather forecastBlackfork Junction, OH

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Blackfork Junction, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 84.7°F (29.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into August shows a subtle variation to a moderately hot 84.7°F (29.3°C) from July's 86.2°F (30.1°C) in the average high-temperature. Despite the drastic temperature difference, Blackfork Junction records an average nighttime low of 62.4°F (16.9°C) throughout August.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is computed to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Blackfork Junction are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout August, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Blackfork Junction, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.7 days and collects up to 13.74" (349mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Blackfork Junction, Ohio, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Blackfork Junction, 84.7°F (29.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 62.4°F (16.9°C) is the average low-temperature during August. 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 computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

The months with the lowest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

In Blackfork Junction, Ohio, in August, during 11 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Blackfork Junction, snow does not fall in May through September.

In August, the average day length in Blackfork Junction is 13h and 38min.

On the first day of August in Blackfork Junction, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Blackfork Junction, Ohio.

In Blackfork Junction, Ohio, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

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

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Blackfork Junction, Ohio, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Blackfork Junction, OH

  • Average high temperature in August: 84.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Blackfork Junction, OH

  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Blackfork Junction, OH

  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Blackfork Junction, OH

  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Blackfork Junction, OH

  • Average rainfall in August: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.75").

Average rainfall days in August
Blackfork Junction, OH

  • Average rainfall days in August: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Blackfork Junction, OH

  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Blackfork Junction, OH

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 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
Blackfork Junction, OH

  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Blackfork Junction, OH

  • Average sunshine days in August: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Blackfork Junction, OH

  • 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).

Average cloud cover in August
Blackfork Junction, OH

  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Blackfork Junction, OH

  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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