August weather forecastKenai, AK
August
Weather in August
In August, nature continues its warm embrace, albeit with slightly cooler temperatures compared to July. Precipitation levels see a spike, recording at 2.01" (51mm) from the previous month's 1.42" (36mm). The rainfall, coupled with reduced sunshine hours, signals an imminent change in season, yet the weather remains amiable. While the wind gustmph shows a minimal increment, the overall conditions stay consistent. August concludes the summer months by offering a favorable weather mix for outdoor ventures.Temperature
August's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C) from July's 61.3°F (16.3°C). In Kenai, the month of August brings a consistent average low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C), slightly cooler than its daytime highs.Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Kenai, during August, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.3 rainfall days, and 19.49" (495mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through August are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average ocean temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C).Note: Diving into 53.4°F (11.9°C) is practical below 50°F (10°C), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 55.4°F (13°C) feels ice-cold.
Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 15h and 37min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 10:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 9:11 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 8.7h.UV index
In Kenai, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during August translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Kenai, AK
- Average high temperature in August: 59.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 50.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Kenai, AK
- Average pressure in August: 29.85"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.64"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Kenai, AK
- Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Kenai, AK
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Kenai, AK
- Average rainfall in August: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.91").
Average rainfall days in August
Kenai, AK
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Kenai, AK
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Kenai, AK
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Kenai, AK
- Average sea temperature in August: 53.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (34.2°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kenai, AK
- Average daylight in August: 15h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 8h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Kenai, AK
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (11.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Kenai, AK
- Average UV index in August: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Kenai, AK
- Average cloud cover in August: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).
Average visibility in August
Kenai, AK
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5mi).
