August weather forecast
Wards Meadow, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Wards Meadow, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 70.5°F (21.4°C) and an average high of 82.9°F (28.3°C).

Temperature

The advent of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. In Wards Meadow, August nights cool down to an average of 70.5°F (21.4°C).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is computed to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). If exposure and ongoing activity persist, they might induce a state of tiredness and heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In Wards Meadow, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Wards Meadow, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Wards Meadow is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

In Wards Meadow, 82.9°F (28.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 70.5°F (21.4°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Wards Meadow, in August, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length in Wards Meadow is 13h and 38min.

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 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Wards Meadow?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.5h.

What is the month 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 Wards Meadow, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Wards Meadow, MD

Average temperature in August - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.9°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Wards Meadow, MD

Average pressure in August - Wards Meadow, 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
Wards Meadow, MD

Average wind speed in August - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Wards Meadow, MD

Average humidity in August - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Wards Meadow, MD

Average rainfall in August - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in August
Wards Meadow, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Wards Meadow, MD

Average snowfall in August - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Wards Meadow, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Wards Meadow, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Wards Meadow, 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 3min

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
Wards Meadow, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Wards Meadow, MD

Average UV index in August - Wards Meadow, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Wards Meadow, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Wards Meadow, MD

Average visibility in August - Wards Meadow, 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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