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
In the transition from July to August, Sharpsburg reports an average high-temperature of a warm 83.8°F (28.8°C), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. Sharpsburg's temperature lowers to a mean of 62.6°F (17°C) during the nights in August.Heat index
The heat index in August is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
Humidity
In Sharpsburg, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout August, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sharpsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.2 days and collects up to 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of August, in Sharpsburg, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:43 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Average temperature in August
Sharpsburg, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 62.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Sharpsburg, 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
Sharpsburg, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Sharpsburg, MD
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Sharpsburg, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 3.39"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").
Average rainfall days in August
Sharpsburg, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Sharpsburg, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Sharpsburg, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 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
Sharpsburg, 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 24min).
- 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 January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Sharpsburg, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Sharpsburg, 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
Sharpsburg, MD
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Sharpsburg, MD
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and October (5mi).
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