August weather forecast
Kettering, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Kettering, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 84.6°F (29.2°C).

Temperature

August's average high-temperature is a moderately hot 84.6°F (29.2°C), maintaining a close comparison with July's 86.7°F (30.4°C). Kettering's temperature drops to an average low of 68.5°F (20.3°C) during the nights of August.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is computed to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Kettering, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Kettering is August, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Kettering in August?

The high-temperature in Kettering, Maryland, during August is 84.6°F (29.2°C) and the low-temperature is 68.5°F (20.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Kettering?

In August, the average relative humidity in Kettering is 74%.

What is the wettest month in Kettering?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Kettering?

In Kettering, during August, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Kettering?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Kettering have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Kettering?

On the first day of August in Kettering, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kettering have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Kettering, Maryland, is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Kettering?

The months with the highest UV index in Kettering are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Kettering?

In Kettering, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Kettering, MD

Average temperature in August - Kettering, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Kettering, MD

Average pressure in August - Kettering, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Kettering, MD

Average wind speed in August - Kettering, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Kettering, MD

Average humidity in August - Kettering, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Kettering, MD

Average rainfall in August - Kettering, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in August
Kettering, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Kettering, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Kettering, MD

Average snowfall in August - Kettering, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Kettering, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Kettering, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kettering, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Kettering, MD
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Kettering, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Kettering, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Kettering, MD

Average UV index in August - Kettering, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Kettering, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Kettering, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Kettering, MD

Average visibility in August - Kettering, MD
  • 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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