August weather forecast
Silver Sands, MD

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Weather in August

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

Temperature

With the onset of August, the average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 83.7°F (28.7°C), closely aligned with July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). During August, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 69.1°F (20.6°C) at night.

Heat index

The heat index in August is calculated to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.

Humidity

In Silver Sands, Maryland, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

In Silver Sands, Maryland, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Silver Sands, the average length of the day in August 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

In August, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 83.7°F (28.7°C) and 69.1°F (20.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the wettest 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 Silver Sands, during August, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall in Silver Sands.

How many hours of daylight does Silver Sands have in August?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, 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 Silver Sands have in August?

In Silver Sands, 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 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
Silver Sands, MD

Average temperature in August - Silver Sands, 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
Silver Sands, MD

Average pressure in August - Silver Sands, 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
Silver Sands, MD

Average wind speed in August - Silver Sands, 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
Silver Sands, MD

Average humidity in August - Silver Sands, 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
Silver Sands, MD

Average rainfall in August - Silver Sands, 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 September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in August
Silver Sands, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Silver Sands, 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
Silver Sands, MD

Average snowfall in August - Silver Sands, 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
Silver Sands, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Silver Sands, 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
Silver Sands, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Silver Sands, 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 February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Silver Sands, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Silver Sands, 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
Silver Sands, MD

Average UV index in August - Silver Sands, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Silver Sands, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Silver Sands, 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
Silver Sands, MD

Average visibility in August - Silver Sands, 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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