August weather forecast
Kwanson Acres, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Kwanson Acres, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 70.5°F (21.4°C) and 82.9°F (28.3°C).

Temperature

Transitioning into August, Kwanson Acres experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Throughout the month of August, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 70.5°F (21.4°C).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Kwanson Acres.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Kwanson Acres is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Kwanson Acres, the average sunshine in August 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. 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. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

Kwanson Acres in August has an average high-temperature of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 70.5°F (21.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

What is the rainiest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.8 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Kwanson Acres, in August, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Kwanson Acres, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Kwanson Acres have in August?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Kwanson Acres, MD

Average temperature in August - Kwanson Acres, 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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Kwanson Acres, MD

Average pressure in August - Kwanson Acres, 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
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Average wind speed in August - Kwanson Acres, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Kwanson Acres, MD

Average humidity in August - Kwanson Acres, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Kwanson Acres, MD

Average rainfall in August - Kwanson Acres, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in August
Kwanson Acres, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Kwanson Acres, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Kwanson Acres, MD

Average snowfall in August - Kwanson Acres, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
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Average snowfall days in August - Kwanson Acres, 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
Kwanson Acres, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Kwanson Acres, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kwanson Acres, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Kwanson Acres, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Kwanson Acres, MD

Average UV index in August - Kwanson Acres, 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
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Average cloud cover in August - Kwanson Acres, 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
Kwanson Acres, MD

Average visibility in August - Kwanson Acres, 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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