August weather forecast
Woodlawn Heights, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Woodlawn Heights, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 68.7°F (20.4°C) and max 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of August notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C), subtly shifted from July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 68.7°F (20.4°C) in August.

Heat index

August's heat index is appraised at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

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.

Snowfall

In Woodlawn Heights, snow does not fall in April through October.

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

Sunshine

In Woodlawn Heights, 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: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Woodlawn Heights in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Woodlawn Heights, records 83.8°F (28.8°C), while the low-temperature is 68.7°F (20.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

What is the wettest 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 many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout August, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Woodlawn Heights, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Woodlawn Heights?

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 Woodlawn Heights have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration 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?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Woodlawn Heights, MD

Average temperature in August - Woodlawn Heights, 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
Woodlawn Heights, MD

Average pressure in August - Woodlawn Heights, 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
Woodlawn Heights, MD

Average wind speed in August - Woodlawn Heights, 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
Woodlawn Heights, MD

Average humidity in August - Woodlawn Heights, 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
Woodlawn Heights, MD

Average rainfall in August - Woodlawn Heights, 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
Woodlawn Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Woodlawn Heights, 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
Woodlawn Heights, MD

Average snowfall in August - Woodlawn Heights, 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
Woodlawn Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Woodlawn Heights, 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
Woodlawn Heights, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Woodlawn Heights, 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
Woodlawn Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Woodlawn Heights, 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
Woodlawn Heights, MD

Average UV index in August - Woodlawn Heights, 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
Woodlawn Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Woodlawn Heights, 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
Woodlawn Heights, MD

Average visibility in August - Woodlawn Heights, 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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