August weather forecast
Carole Highlands, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Carole Highlands, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 85.6°F (29.8°C) and 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.6°F (29.8°C) marks August, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in July. Carole Highlands witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C) throughout August.

Heat index

August's heat index is computed to be a torrid 95°F (35°C). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 70%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Carole Highlands, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Carole Highlands, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Carole Highlands, records 85.6°F (29.8°C), while the low-temperature is 68.2°F (20.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 70%.

What is the rainiest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.3 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Carole Highlands, during August, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Carole Highlands?

May through October are months without snowfall in Carole Highlands, Maryland.

How many hours of daylight does Carole Highlands have in August?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:19 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 Carole Highlands have in August?

In Carole Highlands, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Carole Highlands?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Carole Highlands?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Carole Highlands, MD

Average temperature in August - Carole Highlands, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.6°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Carole Highlands, MD

Average pressure in August - Carole Highlands, 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
Carole Highlands, MD

Average wind speed in August - Carole Highlands, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Carole Highlands, MD

Average humidity in August - Carole Highlands, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in August
Carole Highlands, MD

Average rainfall in August - Carole Highlands, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in August
Carole Highlands, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Carole Highlands, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Carole Highlands, MD

Average snowfall in August - Carole Highlands, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Carole Highlands, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Carole Highlands, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Carole Highlands, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Carole Highlands, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Carole Highlands, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Carole Highlands, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in August
Carole Highlands, MD

Average UV index in August - Carole Highlands, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Carole Highlands, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Carole Highlands, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Carole Highlands, MD

Average visibility in August - Carole Highlands, 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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