August Rainfall and Precipitation in Kentucky

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Kentucky, the United States of America in August.

Kentucky, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences precipitation in August ranging from moderate in Henderson with 62 mm (2.4 in) of rainfall to high in Williamsburg with 104 mm (4.1 in) of rainfall. August is a summer month.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Kentucky precipitation in August: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Kentucky, the United States of America receive in August?

In August, Lexington typically receives modest rainfall, around 84 mm (3.3 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in Kentucky, the United States of America in August?

Lexington sees roughly 10 days rainy days during August.

Is August part of the rainy season in Kentucky, the United States of America?

August is generally a drier month for Kentucky, the United States of America, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in August in Kentucky, the United States of America?

Williamsburg is the wettest city in Kentucky, the United States of America in August according to our database, with average rainfall of around 104 mm (4.1 in).

What is the driest city in August in Kentucky, the United States of America?

In our records, Henderson stands out as the driest city in Kentucky, the United States of America for August, averaging just 62 mm (2.4 in).

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