August weather forecast
Galesville, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Galesville, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

Galesville registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C) at the commencement of August, closely related to the preceding month. Galesville observes an average nighttime temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C) during August.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is appraised at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

In Galesville, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August translates into these guidelines:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. 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. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

Galesville in August has an average high-temperature of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Galesville, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

What is the wettest month in Galesville?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Galesville, in August, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Galesville?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Galesville have in August?

In Galesville, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Galesville?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Galesville, MD

Average temperature in August - Galesville, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in August
Galesville, MD

Average pressure in August - Galesville, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Galesville, MD

Average wind speed in August - Galesville, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Galesville, MD

Average humidity in August - Galesville, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Galesville, MD

Average rainfall in August - Galesville, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in August
Galesville, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Galesville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Galesville, MD

Average snowfall in August - Galesville, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Galesville, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Galesville, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.6 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
Galesville, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Galesville, 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 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Galesville, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Galesville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Galesville, MD

Average UV index in August - Galesville, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Galesville, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Galesville, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Galesville, MD

Average visibility in August - Galesville, 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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