August weather forecast
Colony Ridge, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Colony Ridge, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.9°F (20.5°C) and 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

The weather during August records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. Colony Ridge registers a consistent average low-temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) during August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Colony Ridge, Maryland, is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Colony Ridge, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

In August, in Colony Ridge, the average high-temperature is 83.8°F (28.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 68.9°F (20.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Colony Ridge, in August, during 16.8 rainfall days, 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Colony Ridge, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Colony Ridge, the average day length in August is 13h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Colony Ridge have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Colony Ridge, MD

Average temperature in August - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Colony Ridge, MD

Average pressure in August - Colony Ridge, 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
Colony Ridge, MD

Average wind speed in August - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Colony Ridge, MD

Average humidity in August - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Colony Ridge, MD

Average rainfall in August - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in August
Colony Ridge, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Colony Ridge, MD

Average snowfall in August - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Colony Ridge, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Colony Ridge, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Colony Ridge, 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 February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Colony Ridge, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Colony Ridge, MD

Average UV index in August - Colony Ridge, 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
Colony Ridge, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Colony Ridge, MD

Average visibility in August - Colony Ridge, 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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