August weather forecast
Calverton, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Calverton, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 83.5°F (28.6°C) and an average low of 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.5°F (28.6°C), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. During the month of August, Calverton's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Calverton is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Calverton is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Calverton, Maryland.

Daylight

In Calverton, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Calverton, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Calverton?

The high-temperature in Calverton, Maryland, during August is 83.5°F (28.6°C) and the low-temperature is 67.8°F (19.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Calverton?

In Calverton, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in Calverton?

The month with the most rainfall in Calverton, Maryland, is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Calverton?

In Calverton, during August, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Calverton?

April through October are months without snowfall in Calverton, Maryland.

What is the average length of the day in August in Calverton?

In August, the average day length in Calverton is 13h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Calverton?

On the first day of August in Calverton, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Calverton?

In Calverton, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Calverton?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Calverton?

In Calverton, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Calverton, MD

Average temperature in August - Calverton, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Calverton, MD

Average pressure in August - Calverton, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Calverton, MD

Average wind speed in August - Calverton, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Calverton, MD

Average humidity in August - Calverton, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Calverton, MD

Average rainfall in August - Calverton, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in August
Calverton, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Calverton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Calverton, MD

Average snowfall in August - Calverton, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
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
Calverton, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Calverton, 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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Calverton, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Calverton, 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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
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Average sunshine days in August - Calverton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
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Average UV index in August - Calverton, 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
Calverton, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Calverton, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
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Average visibility in August - Calverton, 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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