August weather forecast
Landover Hills, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Landover Hills, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 68.7°F (20.4°C) and max 85.1°F (29.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.1°F (29.5°C), closely following the temperature pattern of July. During the month of August, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 68.7°F (20.4°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is estimated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.

Humidity

In Landover Hills, the average relative humidity in August is 72%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Landover Hills, snow does not fall in May through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Landover Hills, is 85.1°F (29.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 68.7°F (20.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 72%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Landover Hills, in August, during 15.8 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through November are months without snowfall in Landover Hills.

How many hours of daylight does Landover Hills have in August?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Landover Hills have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Landover Hills, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Landover Hills, MD

Average temperature in August - Landover Hills, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Landover Hills, MD

Average pressure in August - Landover Hills, 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
Landover Hills, MD

Average wind speed in August - Landover Hills, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Landover Hills, MD

Average humidity in August - Landover Hills, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Landover Hills, MD

Average rainfall in August - Landover Hills, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in August
Landover Hills, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Landover Hills, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Landover Hills, MD

Average snowfall in August - Landover Hills, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Landover Hills, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Landover Hills, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Landover Hills, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Landover Hills, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Landover Hills, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Landover Hills, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Landover Hills, MD

Average UV index in August - Landover Hills, 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
Landover Hills, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Landover Hills, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Landover Hills, MD

Average visibility in August - Landover Hills, 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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