Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The advent of August reveals an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.6°F (28.1°C), showing minimal difference from the prior month. During the month of August, the nighttime temperature in Wye Acres, Maryland, falls to an average of 69.6°F (20.9°C).Heat index
The average heat index in August is estimated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Prolonged activity during exposure might result in a state of fatigue and cause heat cramps.It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Wye Acres, during August, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159 rainfall days, and 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Wye Acres, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Wye Acres, the average sunshine in August is 10.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Average temperature in August
Wye Acres, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 82.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 69.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Wye Acres, 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
Wye Acres, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Wye Acres, MD
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Wye Acres, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in August
Wye Acres, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Wye Acres, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Wye Acres, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Wye Acres, 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 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 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Wye Acres, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Wye Acres, 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
Wye Acres, MD
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Wye Acres, 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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