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
Upon the onset of August, Wye Heights witnesses an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Throughout August, Wye Heights records an average temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) at night.Heat index
In August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Prolonged exposure combined with continuous activity could lead to exhaustion, and possibly heat cramps.Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. 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 are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Humidity
In Wye Heights, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 14.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Wye Heights, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.5h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Average temperature in August
Wye Heights, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 82.9°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 (40.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Wye Heights, 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 Heights, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Wye Heights, MD
- Average humidity in August: 77%
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 Heights, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in August
Wye Heights, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Wye Heights, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Wye Heights, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3 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 Heights, MD
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Wye Heights, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 13 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13 days).
Average UV index in August
Wye 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Wye Heights, MD
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Wye 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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