August weather forecast
Dodge Park, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Dodge Park, is another warm month, 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 average high-temperature during August registers at a moderately hot 85.1°F (29.5°C), closely corresponding to the preceding month. Dodge Park experiences a mean temperature of 68.7°F (20.4°C) during August nights.

Heat index

August's heat index is calculated to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

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

May through November are months without snowfall.

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 Dodge Park, 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

In Dodge Park, in August, the average high-temperature 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 combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 72%.

What is the rainiest month in Dodge Park?

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 many days does it rain in August?

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

When it does not snow?

In Dodge Park, snow does not fall in May through November.

How many hours of daylight does Dodge Park have in August?

In Dodge Park, the average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

When are sunrise and 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 many hours of sunshine does Dodge Park have in August?

In Dodge Park, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

In Dodge Park, 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
Dodge Park, MD

Average temperature in August - Dodge Park, 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
Dodge Park, MD

Average pressure in August - Dodge Park, 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
Dodge Park, MD

Average wind speed in August - Dodge Park, 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
Dodge Park, MD

Average humidity in August - Dodge Park, 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
Dodge Park, MD

Average rainfall in August - Dodge Park, 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
Dodge Park, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Dodge Park, 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
Dodge Park, MD

Average snowfall in August - Dodge Park, 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
Dodge Park, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Dodge Park, 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
Dodge Park, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Dodge Park, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Dodge Park, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Dodge Park, 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
Dodge Park, MD

Average UV index in August - Dodge Park, 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
Dodge Park, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Dodge Park, 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
Dodge Park, MD

Average visibility in August - Dodge Park, 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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