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
August's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C) from July's 85.5°F (29.7°C). August nights observe an average temperature dip to an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C).Heat index
August's heat index is calculated to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Humidity
In South Gate, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In South Gate, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August 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 average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Average temperature in August
South Gate, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in August
South Gate, 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
South Gate, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in August
South Gate, MD
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and July (72%).
Average rainfall in August
South Gate, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 4.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").
Average rainfall days in August
South Gate, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
South Gate, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
South Gate, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
South Gate, 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
South Gate, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in August
South Gate, 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
South Gate, MD
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
South Gate, 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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