August weather forecast
Pomona, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Pomona, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and an average low of 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

August brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C), showing a slight difference from July's 84.6°F (29.2°C). Throughout the August nights, Pomona encounters a low-temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Heat index

August's heat index is appraised at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Pomona, Maryland, is 78%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Pomona, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Pomona, the average sunshine in August 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Pomona, records 82.9°F (28.3°C), while the low-temperature is 67.6°F (19.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Pomona, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout August, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pomona have in August?

In Pomona, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

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

Average temperature in August - Pomona, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Pomona, MD

Average pressure in August - Pomona, 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
Pomona, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Pomona, MD

Average humidity in August - Pomona, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Pomona, MD

Average rainfall in August - Pomona, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in August
Pomona, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Pomona, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Pomona, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Pomona, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 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
Pomona, MD

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

Average sunshine days in August
Pomona, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Pomona, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Pomona, MD

Average UV index in August - Pomona, 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
Pomona, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Pomona, 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
Pomona, MD

Average visibility in August - Pomona, 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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