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
Suitland, Maryland, marks the onset of August with an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.6°F (29.2°C), a subtle shift from July's 86.7°F (30.4°C). During August nights, Suitland witnesses a consistent average temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Suitland, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Suitland 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Suitland, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 84.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Suitland, 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
Suitland, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Suitland, MD
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Suitland, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 3.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").
Average rainfall days in August
Suitland, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Suitland, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Suitland, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Suitland, MD
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Suitland, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Suitland, 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
Suitland, 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
Suitland, 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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