August weather forecast
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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Wicklow Woods, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 68.7°F (20.4°C) and max 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

As Wicklow Woods welcomes August, the average high-temperature records at a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. Wicklow Woods records an average temperature drop to a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C) in August.

Heat index

The heat index in August is evaluated at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to 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 Wicklow Woods, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Wicklow Woods 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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

Wicklow Woods in August has an average high-temperature of 83.8°F (28.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 68.7°F (20.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Wicklow Woods, Maryland, during August, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Wicklow Woods have in August?

In Wicklow Woods, the average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines 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 intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
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Average temperature in August - Wicklow Woods, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in August
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Average pressure in August - Wicklow Woods, 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
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Average wind speed in August - Wicklow Woods, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
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Average humidity in August - Wicklow Woods, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

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

Average rainfall in August
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Average rainfall in August - Wicklow Woods, 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 (1.77").

Average rainfall days in August
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Average rainfall days in August - Wicklow Woods, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
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Average snowfall in August - Wicklow Woods, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
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Average snowfall days in August - Wicklow Woods, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
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Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Wicklow Woods, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
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Average sunshine days in August - Wicklow Woods, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in August
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Average UV index in August - Wicklow Woods, 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
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Average cloud cover in August - Wicklow Woods, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

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
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Average visibility in August - Wicklow Woods, 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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