August weather forecast
Owensville, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Owensville, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 82.9°F (28.3°C) and min 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

Owensville, Maryland, ushers in August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. An average temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C) marks the nights in August.

Heat index

The heat index for August is evaluated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Owensville, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Owensville, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Owensville, 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Owensville, is 82.9°F (28.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 70.3°F (21.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, 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 wettest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout August, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Owensville have in August?

In August, the average day length 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 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Owensville have 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.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Owensville, 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 (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in August
Owensville, MD

Average pressure in August - Owensville, 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
Owensville, MD

Average wind speed in August - Owensville, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Owensville, MD

Average humidity in August - Owensville, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

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

Average rainfall in August
Owensville, MD

Average rainfall in August - Owensville, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in August
Owensville, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Owensville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Owensville, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Owensville, MD

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

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

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Owensville, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Owensville, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Owensville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Owensville, MD

Average UV index in August - Owensville, 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
Owensville, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Owensville, 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
Owensville, MD

Average visibility in August - Owensville, 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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