August weather forecast
Woods of Shannon, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Woods of Shannon, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 83.7°F (28.7°C) and min 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Temperature

August's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.7°F (28.7°C), hardly different from the previous month. Woods of Shannon reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C) in August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May 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 8:17 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Woods of Shannon, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Woods of Shannon, Maryland, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. 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. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Woods of Shannon?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Woods of Shannon, is 83.7°F (28.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 69.1°F (20.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 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 13.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Woods of Shannon, in August, during 13.9 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

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

The average day length in August 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 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 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.

When is 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Woods of Shannon, MD

Average temperature in August - Woods of Shannon, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.7°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 (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 69.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Woods of Shannon, MD

Average pressure in August - Woods of Shannon, 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
Woods of Shannon, MD

Average wind speed in August - Woods of Shannon, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in August
Woods of Shannon, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Woods of Shannon, MD

Average rainfall in August - Woods of Shannon, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in August
Woods of Shannon, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Woods of Shannon, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Woods of Shannon, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Woods of Shannon, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Woods of Shannon, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Woods of Shannon, 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
Woods of Shannon, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Woods of Shannon, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Woods of Shannon, MD

Average UV index in August - Woods of Shannon, 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
Woods of Shannon, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Woods of Shannon, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Woods of Shannon, MD

Average visibility in August - Woods of Shannon, 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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