August weather forecast
Girdletree, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Girdletree, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 82°F (27.8°C) and 70.9°F (21.6°C).

Temperature

August's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 82°F (27.8°C), showing a minute difference from July's 83.3°F (28.5°C). Girdletree reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 70.9°F (21.6°C) in August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is appraised at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Exhaustion becomes probable with enduring exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

In Girdletree, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In Girdletree, in August, during 13.2 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Girdletree, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.3 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Girdletree, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 82°F (27.8°C) and a low-temperature of 70.9°F (21.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Girdletree?

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout August, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Girdletree?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Girdletree?

The average day length in August is 13h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Girdletree is 10.7h.

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?

In Girdletree, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Girdletree, MD

Average temperature in August - Girdletree, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.9°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 (32.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Girdletree, MD

Average pressure in August - Girdletree, MD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Girdletree, MD

Average wind speed in August - Girdletree, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Girdletree, MD

Average humidity in August - Girdletree, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Girdletree, MD

Average rainfall in August - Girdletree, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in August
Girdletree, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Girdletree, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Girdletree, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Girdletree, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Girdletree, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Girdletree, 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 4min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Girdletree, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Girdletree, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Girdletree, MD

Average UV index in August - Girdletree, 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
Girdletree, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Girdletree, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in August
Girdletree, MD

Average visibility in August - Girdletree, 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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