August weather forecast
Valley Meade, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Valley Meade, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 67.3°F (19.6°C) and 83.5°F (28.6°C).

Temperature

Valley Meade registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.5°F (28.6°C) with the arrival of August, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. Valley Meade reports an average low-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C) during the nights of August.

Heat index

The heat index in August is appraised at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. 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', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. 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 are particularly relevant to children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

In Valley Meade, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.9 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Valley Meade, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day 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 6:35 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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

The high-temperature in Valley Meade during August is 83.5°F (28.6°C) and the low-temperature is 67.3°F (19.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Valley Meade?

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the rainiest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Valley Meade. Rain falls for 15.9 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Valley Meade, during August, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall in Valley Meade.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Valley Meade, the average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

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 6:35 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Valley Meade have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

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.

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Valley Meade is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Valley Meade, MD

Average temperature in August - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.5°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 (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Valley Meade, MD

Average pressure in August - Valley Meade, 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
Valley Meade, MD

Average wind speed in August - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Valley Meade, MD

Average humidity in August - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Valley Meade, MD

Average rainfall in August - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in August
Valley Meade, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Valley Meade, MD

Average snowfall in August - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Valley Meade, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Valley Meade, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Valley Meade, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Valley Meade, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Valley Meade, MD

Average UV index in August - Valley Meade, 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
Valley Meade, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

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
Valley Meade, MD

Average visibility in August - Valley Meade, 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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