August weather forecast
Pleasantville, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Pleasantville, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 68.9°F (20.5°C) and 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

August brings a marginal elevation to a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C) from July's 85.5°F (29.7°C) in Pleasantville's average high-temperatures. During the nights in August, an average low-temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) is observed.

Heat index

The heat index in August is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

In Pleasantville, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day 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

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

In Pleasantville, 83.8°F (28.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 68.9°F (20.5°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Pleasantville, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Pleasantville is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Pleasantville, Maryland, during August, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall in Pleasantville.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August 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 in Pleasantville is 10.4h.

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 in Pleasantville is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Pleasantville, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Pleasantville, MD

Average pressure in August - Pleasantville, 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
Pleasantville, MD

Average wind speed in August - Pleasantville, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Pleasantville, MD

Average humidity in August - Pleasantville, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

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

Average rainfall in August
Pleasantville, MD

Average rainfall in August - Pleasantville, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in August
Pleasantville, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Pleasantville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Pleasantville, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Pleasantville, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Pleasantville, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Pleasantville, 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
Pleasantville, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Pleasantville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Pleasantville, MD

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

Average cloud cover in August
Pleasantville, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Pleasantville, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

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
Pleasantville, MD

Average visibility in August - Pleasantville, 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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