August weather forecast
Poolesville, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Poolesville, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 65.3°F (18.5°C) and max 84.7°F (29.3°C).

Temperature

The advent of August observes an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.7°F (29.3°C), nearly identical to July's 86.7°F (30.4°C). In the month of August, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is estimated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Poolesville, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Poolesville, is 84.7°F (29.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 65.3°F (18.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Poolesville, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

What is the wettest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout August, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Poolesville have in August?

In Poolesville, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

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 reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Poolesville, MD

Average temperature in August - Poolesville, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Poolesville, MD

Average pressure in August - Poolesville, MD
  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Poolesville, MD

Average wind speed in August - Poolesville, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Poolesville, MD

Average humidity in August - Poolesville, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Poolesville, MD

Average rainfall in August - Poolesville, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in August
Poolesville, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Poolesville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Poolesville, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Poolesville, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Poolesville, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Poolesville, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Poolesville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Poolesville, MD

Average UV index in August - Poolesville, 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
Poolesville, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Poolesville, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Poolesville, MD

Average visibility in August - Poolesville, MD
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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