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
Ben Oaks records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.7°F (28.7°C) in August, maintaining a close correlation with July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). In Ben Oaks, August nights witness a steady temperature drop to an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C).Heat index
During August, the heat index is estimated at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Ben Oaks. Rain falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Ben Oaks, Maryland, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In Ben Oaks, Maryland, the average length of the day in August 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, in Ben Oaks, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Ben Oaks, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Ben Oaks, Maryland, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the wettest month in Ben Oaks?
How much does it rain in Ben Oaks in August?
When it does not snow in Ben Oaks?
What is the average length of the day in August in Ben Oaks?
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Ben Oaks?
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When is the highest UV index in Ben Oaks?
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Average temperature in August
Ben Oaks, 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
Ben Oaks, 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
Ben Oaks, 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
Ben Oaks, 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
Ben Oaks, 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
Ben Oaks, 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
Ben Oaks, 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
Ben Oaks, 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
Ben Oaks, 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
Ben Oaks, 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
Ben Oaks, 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
Ben Oaks, 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
Ben Oaks, 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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