August weather forecast
Rockhill Beach, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Rockhill Beach, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 83.7°F (28.7°C) and 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Temperature

Rockhill Beach in August witnesses an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.7°F (28.7°C), indicating a slight variation from July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). Nighttime temperatures in August average to an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is appraised at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 13.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rockhill Beach, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:37 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Rockhill Beach, is 83.7°F (28.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 69.1°F (20.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

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

What is the rainiest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Rockhill Beach, in August, during 13.9 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Rockhill Beach, snow does not fall in May through October.

How many hours of daylight does Rockhill Beach have in August?

In Rockhill Beach, 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 6:07 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockhill Beach have in August?

In Rockhill Beach, the average sunshine duration in August 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.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Rockhill Beach, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 69.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average pressure in August - Rockhill Beach, 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
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average wind speed in August - Rockhill Beach, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in August
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average humidity in August - Rockhill Beach, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average rainfall in August - Rockhill Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in August
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Rockhill Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average snowfall in August - Rockhill Beach, 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
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Rockhill Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rockhill Beach, 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 December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Rockhill Beach, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average UV index in August - Rockhill Beach, 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
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Rockhill Beach, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average visibility in August - Rockhill Beach, 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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