August weather forecast
Belle Point Farm, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Belle Point Farm, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 69.6°F (20.9°C) and max 82.6°F (28.1°C).

Temperature

At the start of August, Belle Point Farm's average high-temperature reaches a still moderately hot 82.6°F (28.1°C), subtly different from the preceding month. In Belle Point Farm, in August, the average low-temperature is an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is calculated to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Belle Point Farm, in August, during 14 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Belle Point Farm, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159 days and collects up to 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Belle Point Farm, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Belle Point Farm is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August in Belle Point Farm, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Belle Point Farm, the average sunshine in August is 10.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 82.6°F (28.1°C) and 69.6°F (20.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout August, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Belle Point Farm, the average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Belle Point Farm have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.5h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Belle Point Farm, MD

Average temperature in August - Belle Point Farm, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 69.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Belle Point Farm, MD

Average pressure in August - Belle Point Farm, MD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Belle Point Farm, MD

Average wind speed in August - Belle Point Farm, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Belle Point Farm, MD

Average humidity in August - Belle Point Farm, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Belle Point Farm, MD

Average rainfall in August - Belle Point Farm, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in August
Belle Point Farm, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Belle Point Farm, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Belle Point Farm, MD

Average snowfall in August - Belle Point Farm, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Belle Point Farm, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Belle Point Farm, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Belle Point Farm, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Belle Point Farm, MD
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Belle Point Farm, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Belle Point Farm, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Belle Point Farm, MD

Average UV index in August - Belle Point Farm, MD
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Belle Point Farm, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Belle Point Farm, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Belle Point Farm, MD

Average visibility in August - Belle Point Farm, MD
  • 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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