August weather forecast
Capitol Heights, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Capitol Heights, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 68.7°F (20.4°C) and an average high of 85.1°F (29.5°C).

Temperature

The shift into August uncovers an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.1°F (29.5°C), subtly different from the previous month. Capitol Heights experiences an average low-temperature reading of 68.7°F (20.4°C) throughout August.

Heat index

The heat index in August is evaluated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

In Capitol Heights, the average relative humidity in August is 72%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Capitol Heights, snow does not fall in May through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Capitol Heights. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Capitol Heights, is 85.1°F (29.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 68.7°F (20.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 72%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Capitol Heights, in August, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Capitol Heights, snow does not fall in May through November.

How many hours of daylight does Capitol Heights have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Capitol Heights have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

In Capitol Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Capitol Heights, MD

Average temperature in August - Capitol Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Capitol Heights, MD

Average pressure in August - Capitol Heights, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Capitol Heights, MD

Average wind speed in August - Capitol Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Capitol Heights, MD

Average humidity in August - Capitol Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Capitol Heights, MD

Average rainfall in August - Capitol Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in August
Capitol Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Capitol Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Capitol Heights, MD

Average snowfall in August - Capitol Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Capitol Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Capitol Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Capitol Heights, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Capitol Heights, MD
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Capitol Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Capitol Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Capitol Heights, MD

Average UV index in August - Capitol Heights, 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
Capitol Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Capitol Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Capitol Heights, MD

Average visibility in August - Capitol Heights, 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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