August weather forecast
Pigeon House Corner, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Pigeon House Corner, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.7°F (20.4°C) and 84.4°F (29.1°C).

Temperature

Pigeon House Corner measures an average high-temperature of a warm 84.4°F (29.1°C) in August, nearly consistent with the preceding month. Pigeon House Corner's temperature lowers to a mean of 68.7°F (20.4°C) during the nights in August.

Heat index

August's heat index is computed to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.2 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Pigeon House Corner, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.
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 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

In August, in Pigeon House Corner, the average high-temperature is 84.4°F (29.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 68.7°F (20.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Pigeon House Corner in August?

In Pigeon House Corner, during August, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Pigeon House Corner?

In Pigeon House Corner, snow does not fall in May through October.

How many hours of daylight does Pigeon House Corner have in August?

In Pigeon House Corner, the average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / 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 7:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.3h.

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 Pigeon House Corner, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Pigeon House Corner, MD

Average temperature in August - Pigeon House Corner, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

Average pressure in August
Pigeon House Corner, MD

Average pressure in August - Pigeon House Corner, 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
Pigeon House Corner, MD

Average wind speed in August - Pigeon House Corner, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Pigeon House Corner, MD

Average humidity in August - Pigeon House Corner, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Pigeon House Corner, MD

Average rainfall in August - Pigeon House Corner, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in August
Pigeon House Corner, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Pigeon House Corner, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Pigeon House Corner, MD

Average snowfall in August - Pigeon House Corner, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Pigeon House Corner, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Pigeon House Corner, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
Pigeon House Corner, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Pigeon House Corner, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Pigeon House Corner, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Pigeon House Corner, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Pigeon House Corner, MD

Average UV index in August - Pigeon House Corner, 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
Pigeon House Corner, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Pigeon House Corner, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Pigeon House Corner, MD

Average visibility in August - Pigeon House Corner, 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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