August weather forecastFolkestone, United Kingdom
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Folkestone, is another comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.3°C (66.7°F) and 16°C (60.8°F).Temperature
August is the warmest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 19.3°C (66.7°F) and as low as 16°C (60.8°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Folkestone, United Kingdom, is 79%.Rainfall
In Folkestone, in August, during 15.4 rainfall days, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Folkestone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.6 days and collects up to 488mm (19.21") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Folkestone, United Kingdom, snow does not fall in April through October.Sea temperature
In August, the average sea temperature is 17.6°C (63.7°F).Note: For most individuals, swimming in 17.6°C (63.7°F) is not enjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes increasingly difficult.
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 31min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:42 pm BST.
Sunshine
With an average of 9.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Folkestone.UV index
In Folkestone, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in August leads to these recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in August: 19.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (7.4°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 16°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.9°C).
Average pressure in August
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in August: 1015.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in August: 19.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (28.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (18.7km/h).
Average humidity in August
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, June and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (78%).
Average rainfall in August
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in August: 48mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are November and December (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in August: 17.6°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.5°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8 days).
Average UV index in August
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in August: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in August: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in August
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).
