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 transition into August reveals an average high-temperature of a warm 85.6°F (29.8°C), mirroring a close resemblance to July. August nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C).Heat index
The average heat index in August is computed to be a sweltering 95°F (35°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 71%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Franklin Park, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Franklin 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Average temperature in August
Franklin Park, 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 (40.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Franklin 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Franklin Park, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Franklin Park, MD
- Average humidity in August: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Franklin Park, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").
Average rainfall days in August
Franklin Park, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Franklin Park, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Franklin Park, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 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
Franklin 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 December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Franklin Park, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Franklin 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Franklin Park, MD
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Franklin Park, 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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