August (Month) - Facts for Kids

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Facts About August (Month) For Kids

August marks the start of wildflower season in South African deserts.

August marks the start of wildflower season in South African deserts.

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August is part of the Amazon rainforest’s dry season, so it rains less than usual.

Weather Patterns

August typically brings the highest humidity levels to many Northern regions.

August often features morning fog in coastal areas.

August traditionally marks the peak of thunderstorm season in many areas.

August sees the formation of many Atlantic tropical storms.

August typically has the warmest ocean temperatures worldwide.

August features dramatic temperature swings in continental climates.

August brings pleasant temperatures to many mountain regions.

Agricultural Connections

August marks the traditional grain harvest time in Europe.

August sees the ripening of many tomato varieties.

August brings the peak of sweet corn season in North America.

August is when many grape varieties reach full ripeness.

August signals the start of hop harvesting for beer making.

August brings the peak of berry picking season in northern regions.

August sees the harvesting of early apple varieties.

August marks the traditional time for collecting herbs.

August brings the harvest of early pumpkin varieties.

August is when many farmers begin preparing fields for fall planting.

Historical Events

August marks when the Mona Lisa was stolen from the Louvre in 1911.

August 1914 saw the installation of the first electric traffic light.

August 1961 saw Soviet cosmonaut Gherman Titov become the second human to orbit Earth.

August 1944 saw Anne Frank write her last diary entry.

August 1981 saw the launch of MTV, changing music forever.

August 1963 saw Martin Luther King Jr. deliver his “I Have a Dream” speech.

August 1991 saw the first website go live on the World Wide Web.

August 1942 saw the premiere of Walt Disney’s “Bambi.”

Flora and Fauna

August sees butterflies reaching peak populations in many regions.

August brings the emergence of many species of goldfinches.

August marks the start of elk bugling season in North America.

August sees many species of wildflowers reaching full bloom.

August marks the beginning of bird migration preparations.

August sees many species of mushrooms appearing in forests.

August brings peak activity for many species of dragonflies.

August marks the time when many birds begin molting.

August sees increased activity in ant colonies preparing for winter.

Cultural Celebrations

August brings numerous state and county fairs across North America.

August hosts the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the world’s largest performing arts festival.

August features La Tomatina, Spain’s famous tomato-throwing festival.

August brings the Nebuta Festival to Japan, with giant illuminated floats.

August features India’s colorful Raksha Bandhan celebration.

August hosts Vietnam’s Ghost Festival, honoring ancestors.

August features Thailand’s Queen’s Birthday celebrations.

August brings Peru’s Santa Rosa de Lima festival.

Traditional Activities

August traditionally sees many families taking their main vacation.

August brings peak camping season in many national parks.

August marks the traditional time for preserving fruits and vegetables.

August sees many communities holding outdoor movie nights.

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