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August
Month #8 • 31 days
Summer Season
31
Days in August
Peridot
Birthstone
Summer
Season
Origin of the Name
Originally called Sextilis (meaning "sixth month"), it was renamed in 8 BCE to honor Augustus Caesar, the first Roman emperor.
About August
August marks the end of summer with back-to-school preparations. It's a month of transition and last summer adventures.
Birthstone: Peridot
Peridot's lime-green color symbolizes strength and vitality. Ancient Egyptians called it the "gem of the sun."
Zodiac Signs
Leo (Jul 23 - Aug 22)
Virgo (Aug 23 - Sep 22)
Notable Days in August
- •None (federal)
- •Many local and state celebrations
Fun Facts About August
August was renamed to honor Augustus Caesar after his great victory at the Battle of Actium
Augustus demanded his month have 31 days like July (named for Julius Caesar)
August is typically the hottest month of the year in many places
The Perseid meteor shower peaks in mid-August