August weather forecast
Kennewick, WA

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Yellow night lights on the pillars of the iconic Benton Franklin Intercounty Bridge passing over the Columbia River in Kennewick, Washington
Yellow night lights on the pillars of the iconic Benton Franklin Intercounty Bridge passing over the Columbia River in Kennewick, Washington

Weather in August

As in July, Kennewick still basks in warmth through August, with temperatures typically around 89.2°F (31.8°C). Despite being on the heels of the city's hottest month, rainfall does make a minimal increase. Humidity levels, too, see a slight rise. The city enjoys a healthy dose of sunshine, affirming that summer is still in full swing. It's a perfect time for enjoying water-related activities by the Columbia River or sipping wine at one of the local vineyards.

Temperature

Upon the beginning of August, Kennewick's high-temperatures register at a still hot 89.2°F (31.8°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. Despite high daytime temperatures, the average temperature lowers to a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C) during August nights.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Kennewick is 36%.

Rainfall

In August, in Kennewick, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout August, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kennewick, there are 102.8 rainfall days, and 7.32" (186mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Kennewick, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 6min.
On the first day of August in Kennewick, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:36 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 12h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Kennewick is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Kennewick in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Kennewick, is 89.2°F (31.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 64°F (17.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Kennewick?

In Kennewick, the average relative humidity in August is 36%.

How much does it rain in Kennewick in August?

In Kennewick, Washington, in August, during 3.8 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Kennewick?

April through October are months without snowfall in Kennewick.

How many hours of daylight does Kennewick have in August?

The average day length in August in Kennewick, Washington, is 14h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Kennewick?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kennewick, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:36 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kennewick have in August?

In Kennewick, Washington, the average sunshine duration in August is 12h.

How high is the UV index in August in Kennewick?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Kennewick, Washington, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Kennewick, WA

Average temperature in August - Kennewick, WA
  • Average high temperature in August: 89.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Kennewick, WA

Average pressure in August - Kennewick, WA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Kennewick, WA

Average wind speed in August - Kennewick, WA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Kennewick, WA

Average humidity in August - Kennewick, WA
  • Average humidity in August: 36%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (35%).

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Average rainfall in August
Kennewick, WA

Average rainfall in August - Kennewick, WA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.24"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and December (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in August
Kennewick, WA

Average rainfall days in August - Kennewick, WA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Kennewick, WA

Average snowfall in August - Kennewick, WA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Kennewick, WA

Average snowfall days in August - Kennewick, WA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kennewick, WA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Kennewick, WA
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Kennewick, WA

Average sunshine days in August - Kennewick, WA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 24.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Kennewick, WA

Average UV index in August - Kennewick, WA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Kennewick, WA

Average cloud cover in August - Kennewick, WA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in August
Kennewick, WA

Average visibility in August - Kennewick, WA
  • 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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