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
With the transition into August, Onton notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84.7°F (29.3°C), closely resembling July. During August, Onton records an average temperature of 66.6°F (19.2°C) at night.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is computed to be a very hot 95°F (35°C). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.
Humidity
In Onton, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In Onton, during August, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Onton, there are 143.1 rainfall days, and 24.8" (630mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Onton, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of August, in Onton, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Onton is 10.4h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Onton, Kentucky. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Onton, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 84.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Onton, KY
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Onton, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Onton, KY
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Onton, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").
Average rainfall days in August
Onton, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Onton, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Onton, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Onton, 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: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Onton, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Onton, 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
Onton, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Onton, KY
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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