August weather forecast
Willowdale, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Willowdale, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 68.9°F (20.5°C) and max 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

Willowdale registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C) with the arrival of August, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. Throughout August, Willowdale records an average temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) at night.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Willowdale is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Willowdale, Maryland, is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 39min.
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 6:34 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Willowdale, 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

In August, in Willowdale, the average high-temperature is 83.8°F (28.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 68.9°F (20.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in Willowdale?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout August, 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Willowdale, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Willowdale have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 39min.

What time 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 6:34 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Willowdale have in August?

In Willowdale, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

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 reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Willowdale is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Willowdale, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Willowdale, MD

Average pressure in August - Willowdale, 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
Willowdale, MD

Average wind speed in August - Willowdale, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Willowdale, MD

Average humidity in August - Willowdale, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

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

Average rainfall in August
Willowdale, MD

Average rainfall in August - Willowdale, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in August
Willowdale, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Willowdale, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

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

Average snowfall in August
Willowdale, MD

Average snowfall in August - Willowdale, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Willowdale, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Willowdale, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Willowdale, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Willowdale, 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
Willowdale, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Willowdale, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Willowdale, MD

Average UV index in August - Willowdale, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Willowdale, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Willowdale, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

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
Willowdale, MD

Average visibility in August - Willowdale, 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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