August weather forecast
The Ridings, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in The Ridings, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 70.5°F (21.4°C) and max 83.3°F (28.5°C).

Temperature

August's advent presents an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.3°F (28.5°C), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. August witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 70.5°F (21.4°C).

Heat index

The heat index in August is evaluated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In The Ridings, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
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 7:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In The Ridings, the average sunshine in August is 10.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in The Ridings are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 83.3°F (28.5°C) and a low-temperature of 70.5°F (21.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in The Ridings?

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

What is the rainiest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in The Ridings in August?

In The Ridings, in August, during 14.3 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does The Ridings have in August?

In The Ridings, the average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / 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 long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.5h.

What are the months 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 in The Ridings?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
The Ridings, MD

Average temperature in August - The Ridings, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in August
The Ridings, MD

Average pressure in August - The Ridings, MD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
The Ridings, MD

Average wind speed in August - The Ridings, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in August
The Ridings, MD

Average humidity in August - The Ridings, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

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
The Ridings, MD

Average rainfall in August - The Ridings, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in August
The Ridings, MD

Average rainfall days in August - The Ridings, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
The Ridings, MD

Average snowfall in August - The Ridings, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
The Ridings, MD

Average snowfall days in August - The Ridings, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
The Ridings, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - The Ridings, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
The Ridings, MD

Average sunshine days in August - The Ridings, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).

Average UV index in August
The Ridings, MD

Average UV index in August - The Ridings, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
The Ridings, MD

Average cloud cover in August - The Ridings, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

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
The Ridings, MD

Average visibility in August - The Ridings, 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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