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 advent of August reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.6°F (27°C), showing minimal difference from the prior month. Kensington reports an average low-temperature of 70.2°F (21.2°C) during the nights of August.Heat index
August's heat index is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Humidity
August and November, with an average relative humidity of 71%, are the least humid months in Kensington.Rainfall
In Kensington, New York, in August, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kensington, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.On the first day of August in Kensington, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.6h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Average temperature in August
Kensington, NY
- Average high temperature in August: 80.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Kensington, NY
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Kensington, NY
- Average wind speed in August: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Kensington, NY
- Average humidity in August: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Kensington, NY
- Average rainfall in August: 3.7"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").
Average rainfall days in August
Kensington, NY
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Kensington, NY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Kensington, NY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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, NY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Kensington, NY
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.2 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).
Average UV index in August
Kensington, NY
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Kensington, NY
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Kensington, NY
- 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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