Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
Ridgely experiences a transition to a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of August, not greatly differing from July's 83.8°F (28.8°C). Ridgely, in the month of August, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 68°F (20°C).Heat index
The average heat index in August is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May and August, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout August, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.8 rainfall days, and 31.97" (812mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Ridgely, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Average temperature in August
Ridgely, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Ridgely, MD
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"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
Ridgely, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in August
Ridgely, MD
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and August (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Ridgely, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").
Average rainfall days in August
Ridgely, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ridgely, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ridgely, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 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
Ridgely, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ridgely, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Ridgely, 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
Ridgely, MD
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Ridgely, 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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