August weather forecast
District Heights, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in District Heights, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 68.5°F (20.3°C) and max 84.6°F (29.2°C).

Temperature

The dawn of August sees an average high-temperature of a warm 84.6°F (29.2°C), subtly contrasting with July's 86.7°F (30.4°C). District Heights in August experiences a low-temperature average of 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In District Heights, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In District Heights, 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 84.6°F (29.2°C) and a low-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In District Heights, in August, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In District Heights, snow does not fall in May through October.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In District Heights, 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 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
District Heights, MD

Average temperature in August - District Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in August
District Heights, MD

Average pressure in August - District 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
District Heights, MD

Average wind speed in August - District Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in August
District Heights, MD

Average humidity in August - District Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

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

Average rainfall in August
District Heights, MD

Average rainfall in August - District Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in August
District Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in August - District Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
District Heights, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
District Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in August - District Heights, 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
District Heights, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - District 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
District Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in August - District Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in August
District Heights, MD

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

Average cloud cover in August
District Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in August - District Heights, 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
District Heights, MD

Average visibility in August - District 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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