August weather forecast
Old Cedar Point, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Old Cedar Point, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 70.5°F (21.4°C) and max 83.3°F (28.5°C).

Temperature

The start of August marks an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in July. Old Cedar Point records a mean low-temperature of 70.5°F (21.4°C) in August.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is calculated to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Persisting in activity during long-term exposure might induce weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Old Cedar Point. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Old Cedar Point, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During August, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 83.3°F (28.5°C) and 70.5°F (21.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity in Old Cedar Point, Maryland, is 74%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Old Cedar Point, Maryland, is August, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Old Cedar Point, during August, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Old Cedar Point have in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 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.

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.

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average temperature in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.3°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 (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average pressure in August - Old Cedar Point, 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
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average wind speed in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average humidity in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average rainfall in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average snowfall in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Old Cedar Point, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average UV index in August - Old Cedar Point, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average visibility in August - Old Cedar Point, 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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