Temperatures in August
It's hot in August in Mammoth Cave National Park with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 22°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Mammoth Cave National Park in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Mammoth Cave National Park with hot temperatures, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights close to 21°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 31°C, with nights close to 21°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Mammoth Cave National Park will be around 31°C, with nights close to 20°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 167 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 35% per day this month. The weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for Mammoth Cave National Park. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Mammoth Cave National Park in August |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
30°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
32°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
29°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
167 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
11 days | 10 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Mammoth Cave National Park?
After some sun? Then August isn’t the best time to be in Mammoth Cave National Park. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Mammoth Cave National Park in August
With 36°C, Mammoth Cave National Park hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 11°C to a high of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Mammoth Cave National Park
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Mammoth Cave National Park, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Mammoth Cave National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Mammoth Cave National Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 11 days of rain in Mammoth Cave National Park.
Daily UV Index in August in Mammoth Cave National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Mammoth Cave National Park, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Mammoth Cave National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Mammoth Cave National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Mammoth Cave National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Mammoth Cave National Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for Mammoth Cave National Park
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Average Weather in Mammoth Cave National Park by Month
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