August weather forecast
Cedar Hills, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Cedar Hills, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 61.5°F (16.4°C) and max 82.2°F (27.9°C).

Temperature

The introduction of August sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.2°F (27.9°C), hardly deviating from July. Throughout August, the nighttime temperature averages to an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August is calculated to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). If one continues to be active during exposure, it might cause tiredness and subsequent heat cramps.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. 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 of high significance for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

In Cedar Hills, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout August, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cedar Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.7 days and collects up to 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cedar Hills, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Cedar Hills, Maryland, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of August in Cedar Hills, sunrise is at 6:10 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.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Cedar Hills is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in August translates into this advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Cedar Hills?

Cedar Hills in August has an average high-temperature of 82.2°F (27.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Cedar Hills?

In Cedar Hills, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in Cedar Hills in August?

In Cedar Hills, in August, during 16.6 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Cedar Hills?

May through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Cedar Hills?

The average day length in August in Cedar Hills, Maryland, is 13h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Cedar Hills?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:10 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 many hours of sunshine does Cedar Hills have in August?

In Cedar Hills, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Cedar Hills?

In Cedar Hills, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Cedar Hills, MD

Average temperature in August - Cedar Hills, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Cedar Hills, MD

Average pressure in August - Cedar Hills, 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
Cedar Hills, MD

Average wind speed in August - Cedar Hills, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Cedar Hills, MD

Average humidity in August - Cedar Hills, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Cedar Hills, MD

Average rainfall in August - Cedar Hills, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in August
Cedar Hills, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Cedar Hills, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Cedar Hills, MD

Average snowfall in August - Cedar Hills, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Cedar Hills, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Cedar Hills, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 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
Cedar Hills, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Cedar Hills, 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 2min

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
Cedar Hills, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Cedar Hills, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Cedar Hills, MD

Average UV index in August - Cedar Hills, MD
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Cedar Hills, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Cedar Hills, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Cedar Hills, MD

Average visibility in August - Cedar Hills, MD
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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