Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average sea temperature in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
Ocean City's average high-temperature in August is a still moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C), marking an insignificant difference from the 79.7°F (26.5°C) of July. Nighttime temperatures in Ocean City during August report a consistent average of 73.9°F (23.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout August, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ocean City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.3 days and collects up to 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Ocean City, snow does not fall in April through October.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 77.5°F (25.3°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater.Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.
Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 37min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Ocean City, the average sunshine in August is 10.7h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 6 during August leads to these advisories:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Warning! The reflection of sand and water increases the UV dose.
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Average temperature in August
Ocean City, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 79.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 73.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Ocean City, MD
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Ocean City, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Ocean City, MD
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Ocean City, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").
Average rainfall days in August
Ocean City, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ocean City, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ocean City, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Ocean City, MD
- Average sea temperature in August: 77.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (41.9°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ocean City, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ocean City, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Ocean City, 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
Ocean City, MD
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Ocean City, 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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