August weather forecast
Kaesŏng, North Korea

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Weather in August

August holds onto July's weather patterns, with warm days and frequent rainfall. High temperatures persist, with peak averages reaching up to 28.1°C (82.6°F). Despite the rain, the city basks in ample sunlight, making sightseeing quite enjoyable. While the afternoon rain showers can sometimes come as a surprise, they often bring a delightful cool to the warm August day. The late summer month turns out to be rich with greenery, bird song, and the occasional rainbow.

Temperature

Kaesŏng's August weather, with an average high temperature of 28.1°C (82.6°F) and an average low temperature of 20.6°C (69.1°F), tends to be the warmest of the year.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for 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 August, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Kaesŏng, during August, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 135mm (5.31") of precipitation. In Kaesŏng, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.7 days and collects up to 611mm (24.06") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Kaesŏng.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of August in Kaesŏng, North Korea, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 19:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:04 KST.

Sunshine

In Kaesŏng, North Korea, the average sunshine in August is 8.9h.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Kaesŏng. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Kaesŏng?

August tends to be the warmest month in Kaesŏng, North Korea, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 28.1°C (82.6°F) and a low of 20.6°C (69.1°F).

How hot is it in Kaesŏng in August?

Kaesŏng in August has an average high-temperature of 28.1°C (82.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 20.6°C (69.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Kaesŏng?

In August, the average relative humidity in Kaesŏng, North Korea, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in August in Kaesŏng?

In Kaesŏng, during August, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 135mm (5.31") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Kaesŏng?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kaesŏng have in August?

In Kaesŏng, the average day length in August is 13h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Kaesŏng?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 19:43. On the last day of the month, in Kaesŏng, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:04 KST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kaesŏng have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Kaesŏng is 8.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Kaesŏng?

The months with the highest UV index in Kaesŏng, North Korea, are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Kaesŏng?

In Kaesŏng, North Korea, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average temperature in August - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 20.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.4°C).

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Average pressure in August
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average pressure in August - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average pressure in August: 1008.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1025.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average wind speed in August - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.4km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average humidity in August - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average humidity in August: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (58%).

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Average rainfall in August
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average rainfall in August - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average rainfall in August: 135mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (151mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (12mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average rainfall days in August - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average snowfall in August - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (32mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average snowfall days in August - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 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
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average sunshine days in August - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average UV index in August - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
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
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average cloud cover in August - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average cloud cover in August: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in August
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average visibility in August - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (7km).

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