August weather forecast
Antietam Overlook, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Antietam Overlook, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 83.3°F (28.5°C) and min 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

In August, Antietam Overlook's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.3°F (28.5°C), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. The low-temperature in Antietam Overlook, Maryland, averages to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C) during the nights of August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air 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. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Antietam Overlook, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Antietam Overlook, Maryland, during August, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Antietam Overlook, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.4 days and collects up to 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Antietam Overlook, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Antietam Overlook, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Antietam Overlook, Maryland. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Antietam Overlook during August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Antietam Overlook are 83.3°F (28.5°C) and 62.6°F (17°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Antietam Overlook?

The average relative humidity in August in Antietam Overlook is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Antietam Overlook?

In Antietam Overlook, Maryland, in August, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Antietam Overlook?

May through September are months without snowfall in Antietam Overlook, Maryland.

How many hours of daylight does Antietam Overlook have in August?

The average day length in August in Antietam Overlook is 13h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Antietam Overlook?

On the first day of August in Antietam Overlook, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Antietam Overlook?

In Antietam Overlook, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Antietam Overlook?

The months with the highest UV index in Antietam Overlook, Maryland, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Antietam Overlook?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average temperature in August - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.3°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 (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average pressure in August - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average wind speed in August - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average humidity in August - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average rainfall in August - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in August
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average snowfall in August - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Antietam Overlook, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11 days).

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Average UV index in August
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average UV index in August - Antietam Overlook, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in August
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average visibility in August - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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