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 initiation of August sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C), showing minor variations from the previous month. In the month of August, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 71.1°F (21.7°C).Heat index
The average heat index in August is evaluated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Humidity
In Dames Quarter, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Dames Quarter, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 36min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.
Sunshine
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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Average temperature in August
Dames Quarter, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Dames Quarter, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Dames Quarter, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).
Average humidity in August
Dames Quarter, MD
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Dames Quarter, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 3.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").
Average rainfall days in August
Dames Quarter, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Dames Quarter, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Dames Quarter, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 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
Dames Quarter, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dames Quarter, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Dames Quarter, 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
Dames Quarter, MD
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Dames Quarter, 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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