August weather forecast
Bestgate Terrace, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Bestgate Terrace, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 70.5°F (21.4°C) and an average high of 83.3°F (28.5°C).

Temperature

Bestgate Terrace marks the onset of August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.3°F (28.5°C), subtly divergent from July's 84.7°F (29.3°C). In Bestgate Terrace, the nighttime temperature averages to an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) during August.

Heat index

August's heat index is evaluated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Continuing activity during long-lasting exposure might induce tiredness and result in heat cramps.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Bestgate Terrace is 74%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Bestgate Terrace, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.
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 7:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bestgate Terrace, the average sunshine in August 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Bestgate Terrace during August?

In Bestgate Terrace, 83.3°F (28.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 70.5°F (21.4°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Bestgate Terrace?

In August, the average relative humidity in Bestgate Terrace is 74%.

What is the rainiest month in Bestgate Terrace?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Bestgate Terrace in August?

In Bestgate Terrace, Maryland, in August, during 14.3 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Bestgate Terrace?

In Bestgate Terrace, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Bestgate Terrace have in August?

In Bestgate Terrace, the average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Bestgate Terrace?

In August, on the first day of the month, 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 7:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bestgate Terrace have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Bestgate Terrace, Maryland, is 10.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Bestgate Terrace?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Bestgate Terrace?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Bestgate Terrace, Maryland, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Bestgate Terrace, MD

Average temperature in August - Bestgate Terrace, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Bestgate Terrace, MD

Average pressure in August - Bestgate Terrace, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Bestgate Terrace, MD

Average wind speed in August - Bestgate Terrace, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Bestgate Terrace, MD

Average humidity in August - Bestgate Terrace, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

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

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Average rainfall in August
Bestgate Terrace, MD

Average rainfall in August - Bestgate Terrace, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in August
Bestgate Terrace, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Bestgate Terrace, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Bestgate Terrace, MD

Average snowfall in August - Bestgate Terrace, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Bestgate Terrace, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Bestgate Terrace, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bestgate Terrace, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Bestgate Terrace, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Bestgate Terrace, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Bestgate Terrace, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Bestgate Terrace, MD

Average UV index in August - Bestgate Terrace, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Bestgate Terrace, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Bestgate Terrace, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

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).

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Average visibility in August
Bestgate Terrace, MD

Average visibility in August - Bestgate Terrace, 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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