August weather forecast
Oakland, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Oakland, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 77.7°F (25.4°C) and min 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Temperature

Oakland's shift from July to August is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still warm 77.7°F (25.4°C), a slight deviation from 79.3°F (26.3°C). Oakland's average low-temperature for the month of August records at a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Humidity

In Oakland, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Oakland, in August, it is raining for 18.8 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oakland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.9 days and collects up to 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.8h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Oakland. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

During August, Oakland experiences an average high-temperature of 77.7°F (25.4°C) and a low-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Oakland, in August, during 18.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Oakland have in August?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakland have in August?

In Oakland, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index in Oakland are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in August in Oakland?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Oakland is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Oakland, MD

Average temperature in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Oakland, MD

Average pressure in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Oakland, MD

Average wind speed in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Oakland, MD

Average humidity in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in August
Oakland, MD

Average rainfall in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

Average rainfall days in August
Oakland, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Oakland, MD

Average snowfall in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Oakland, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Oakland, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Oakland, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Oakland, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Oakland, MD

Average UV index in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Oakland, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in August
Oakland, MD

Average visibility in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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