August weather forecast
Twelve Hills, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Twelve Hills, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 67.3°F (19.6°C) and an average high of 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

Twelve Hills marks the start of August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from July's 85.8°F (29.9°C). In the month of August, Twelve Hills records a consistent average low-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is estimated at 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.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Twelve Hills, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 83.8°F (28.8°C) and a low-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Twelve Hills, Maryland, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Twelve Hills, Maryland, in August, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 4.06" (103mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Twelve Hills have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Twelve Hills have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Twelve Hills?

In Twelve Hills, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Twelve Hills, MD

Average temperature in August - Twelve Hills, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Twelve Hills, MD

Average pressure in August - Twelve Hills, 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
Twelve Hills, MD

Average wind speed in August - Twelve Hills, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Twelve Hills, MD

Average humidity in August - Twelve Hills, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Twelve Hills, MD

Average rainfall in August - Twelve Hills, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in August
Twelve Hills, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Twelve Hills, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Twelve Hills, MD

Average snowfall in August - Twelve Hills, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Twelve Hills, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Twelve Hills, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Twelve Hills, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Twelve Hills, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Twelve Hills, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Twelve Hills, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in August
Twelve Hills, MD

Average UV index in August - Twelve Hills, 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
Twelve Hills, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Twelve Hills, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Twelve Hills, MD

Average visibility in August - Twelve Hills, 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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