August weather forecast
Patapsco Park, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Patapsco Park, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 68.7°F (20.4°C) and max 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

As July transitions into August, Patapsco Park records an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. Patapsco Park experiences a mean low-temperature of 68.7°F (20.4°C) during August.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Patapsco Park, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

The high-temperature during August is 83.8°F (28.8°C) and the low-temperature is 68.7°F (20.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the wettest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Patapsco Park. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Patapsco Park, in August, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 3.94" (100mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

What is the month with 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 Patapsco Park, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Patapsco Park, MD

Average temperature in August - Patapsco Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°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 (27.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Patapsco Park, MD

Average pressure in August - Patapsco Park, 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
Patapsco Park, MD

Average wind speed in August - Patapsco Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Patapsco Park, MD

Average humidity in August - Patapsco Park, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Patapsco Park, MD

Average rainfall in August - Patapsco Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in August
Patapsco Park, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Patapsco Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Patapsco Park, MD

Average snowfall in August - Patapsco Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Patapsco Park, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Patapsco Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Patapsco Park, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Patapsco Park, 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Patapsco Park, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Patapsco Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Patapsco Park, MD

Average UV index in August - Patapsco Park, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Patapsco Park, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Patapsco Park, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Patapsco Park, MD

Average visibility in August - Patapsco Park, 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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