August weather forecast
Heather Heights, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Heather Heights, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C), closely related to the 84.6°F (29.2°C) observed in July. Heather Heights's temperature in August lowers to a consistent average of 67.6°F (19.8°C) during the nights.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Heather Heights, Maryland, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.5h.

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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Heather Heights, is 82.9°F (28.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 67.6°F (19.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

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

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Heather Heights, in August, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Heather Heights, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Heather Heights have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Heather Heights, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in August 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 August, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Heather Heights, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Heather Heights, MD

Average pressure in August - Heather Heights, 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
Heather Heights, MD

Average wind speed in August - Heather Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Heather Heights, MD

Average humidity in August - Heather Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Heather Heights, MD

Average rainfall in August - Heather Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in August
Heather Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Heather Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Heather Heights, MD

Average snowfall in August - Heather Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Heather Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Heather Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 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
Heather Heights, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Heather Heights, 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Heather Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Heather Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Heather Heights, MD

Average UV index in August - Heather Heights, 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
Heather Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Heather Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

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
Heather Heights, MD

Average visibility in August - Heather Heights, 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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