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 average high-temperature is a warm 84.9°F (29.4°C) in August, hardly different from the 87.3°F (30.7°C) recorded in July. Kensington Knolls observes an average low-temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) during August nights.Heat index
The heat index value during August is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
Humidity
In Kensington Knolls, the average relative humidity in August is 71%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 39min.On the first day of August in Kensington Knolls, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
May through 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Kensington Knolls, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 84.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Kensington Knolls, MD
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Kensington Knolls, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 5.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in August
Kensington Knolls, MD
- Average humidity in August: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Kensington Knolls, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 4.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").
Average rainfall days in August
Kensington Knolls, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Kensington Knolls, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Kensington Knolls, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kensington Knolls, MD
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Kensington Knolls, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11 days).
Average UV index in August
Kensington Knolls, MD
- 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Kensington Knolls, MD
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Kensington Knolls, MD
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
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