Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The beginning of August reveals an average high-temperature of a warm 84.6°F (29.2°C), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. During the August nights, an average temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) is observed.Heat index
August's mean heat index is appraised at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Blackrock Hills is August, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Blackrock Hills, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Average temperature in August
Blackrock Hills, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 84.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Blackrock Hills, MD
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Blackrock Hills, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Blackrock Hills, MD
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Blackrock Hills, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 3.78"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.97").
Average rainfall days in August
Blackrock Hills, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Blackrock Hills, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Blackrock Hills, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Blackrock Hills, 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Blackrock Hills, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Blackrock Hills, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Blackrock Hills, MD
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Blackrock Hills, MD
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
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