August weather forecast
Ransom, KY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Ransom, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61°F (16.1°C) and 84.4°F (29.1°C).

Temperature

Ransom experiences an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C) in August, marking an insignificant shift from 86°F (30°C) in July. Ransom witnesses a consistent, sharp contrast from the daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 61°F (16.1°C) throughout August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

July, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Ransom.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout August, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ransom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ransom, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Ransom, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in Ransom, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Ransom in August?

August temperatures in Ransom vary between a high-temperature of 84.4°F (29.1°C) and a low-temperature of 61°F (16.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month in Ransom?

July, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Ransom, Kentucky.

What is the average humidity in August in Ransom?

In August, the average relative humidity in Ransom, Kentucky, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in August in Ransom?

In Ransom, Kentucky, during August, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Ransom?

June through September are months without snowfall in Ransom, Kentucky.

What is the average length of the day in August in Ransom?

In August, the average day length in Ransom, Kentucky, is 13h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Ransom?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Ransom?

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

How long on average sun shines in August in Ransom?

The average sunshine duration in August in Ransom, Kentucky, is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Ransom?

The months with the highest UV index in Ransom are June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Ransom?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Ransom is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Ransom, KY

Average temperature in August - Ransom, KY
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Ransom, KY

Average pressure in August - Ransom, KY
  • Average pressure in August: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Ransom, KY

Average wind speed in August - Ransom, KY
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Ransom, KY

Average humidity in August - Ransom, KY
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Ransom, KY

Average rainfall in August - Ransom, KY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in August
Ransom, KY

Average rainfall days in August - Ransom, KY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Ransom, KY

Average snowfall in August - Ransom, KY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Ransom, KY

Average snowfall days in August - Ransom, KY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ransom, KY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ransom, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Ransom, KY

Average sunshine days in August - Ransom, KY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Ransom, KY

Average UV index in August - Ransom, KY
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Ransom, KY

Average cloud cover in August - Ransom, KY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Ransom, KY

Average visibility in August - Ransom, KY
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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