Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The onset of August brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C), nearly matching the July temperature. During August nights, Rockcastle witnesses a consistent average temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C).Heat index
During August, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 98.6°F (37°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for 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.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.
Humidity
In Rockcastle, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Rockcastle, in August, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rockcastle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.8 days and collects up to 35.79" (909mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Rockcastle, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Rockcastle, Kentucky, is 13h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of August, in Rockcastle, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Rockcastle, Kentucky. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Rockcastle, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 86.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Rockcastle, KY
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Rockcastle, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Rockcastle, KY
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Rockcastle, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in August
Rockcastle, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Rockcastle, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Rockcastle, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
Rockcastle, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Rockcastle, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Rockcastle, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Rockcastle, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Rockcastle, KY
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
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