August weather forecast
Hammond Park, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Hammond Park, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 68.9°F (20.5°C) and max 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

The advent of August observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C), nearly identical to July's 85.5°F (29.7°C). During August, Hammond Park records an average temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) at night.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. 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 extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In Hammond Park, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Hammond Park, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 83.8°F (28.8°C) and a low-temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Hammond Park, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Hammond Park is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout August, 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Hammond Park?

In Hammond Park, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Hammond Park?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hammond Park have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Hammond Park, MD

Average temperature in August - Hammond Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Hammond Park, MD

Average pressure in August - Hammond 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
Hammond Park, MD

Average wind speed in August - Hammond Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Hammond Park, MD

Average humidity in August - Hammond Park, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Hammond Park, MD

Average rainfall in August - Hammond Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in August
Hammond Park, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Hammond Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Hammond Park, MD

Average snowfall in August - Hammond Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Hammond Park, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Hammond Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Hammond Park, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Hammond 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Hammond Park, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Hammond Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Hammond Park, MD

Average UV index in August - Hammond 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
Hammond Park, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Hammond Park, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Hammond Park, MD

Average visibility in August - Hammond 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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