August weather forecast
Great Meadows, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Great Meadows, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 70.5°F (21.4°C) and 83.3°F (28.5°C).

Temperature

Upon the beginning of August, Great Meadows's high-temperatures register at a still warm 83.3°F (28.5°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. During the month of August, an average low-temperature of 70.5°F (21.4°C) is recorded.

Heat index

August's average heat index is computed to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). If exposure and ongoing activity persist, they might induce a state of tiredness and heat cramps.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Great Meadows, Maryland, the average sunshine in August 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Great Meadows, records 83.3°F (28.5°C), while the low-temperature is 70.5°F (21.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

What is the wettest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout August, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Great Meadows, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Great Meadows, the average day length in August is 13h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Great Meadows?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.5h.

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 intensity in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Great Meadows, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.3°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 (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Great Meadows, MD

Average pressure in August - Great Meadows, 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
Great Meadows, MD

Average wind speed in August - Great Meadows, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Great Meadows, MD

Average humidity in August - Great Meadows, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

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

Average rainfall in August
Great Meadows, MD

Average rainfall in August - Great Meadows, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in August
Great Meadows, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Great Meadows, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Great Meadows, MD

Average snowfall in August - Great Meadows, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Great Meadows, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Great Meadows, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Great Meadows, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Great Meadows, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Great Meadows, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Great Meadows, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Great Meadows, MD

Average UV index in August - Great Meadows, 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
Great Meadows, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Great Meadows, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Great Meadows, MD

Average visibility in August - Great Meadows, 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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