August weather forecast
Chesterfield Plaza, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Chesterfield Plaza, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 83.7°F (28.7°C) and 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Temperature

Chesterfield Plaza's weather in August indicates an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.7°F (28.7°C), nearly consistent with the 85.6°F (29.8°C) of July. During the month of August, Chesterfield Plaza anticipates a mean low-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In Chesterfield Plaza, Maryland, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Chesterfield Plaza. Rain falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Chesterfield Plaza, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Chesterfield Plaza is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of August, 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.

Sunshine

In Chesterfield Plaza, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Chesterfield Plaza are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Chesterfield Plaza?

During August, Chesterfield Plaza experiences an average high-temperature of 83.7°F (28.7°C) and a low-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Chesterfield Plaza?

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

What is the rainiest month in Chesterfield Plaza?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Chesterfield Plaza?

In August, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout August, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Chesterfield Plaza?

In Chesterfield Plaza, snow does not fall in May through October.

What is the average length of the day in August in Chesterfield Plaza?

The average day length in August is 13h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Chesterfield Plaza?

On the first day of August, 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 Chesterfield Plaza have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Chesterfield Plaza, Maryland, is 10.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Chesterfield Plaza?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Chesterfield Plaza?

In Chesterfield Plaza, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Chesterfield Plaza, MD

Average temperature in August - Chesterfield Plaza, 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).

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Average pressure in August
Chesterfield Plaza, MD

Average pressure in August - Chesterfield Plaza, 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
Chesterfield Plaza, MD

Average wind speed in August - Chesterfield Plaza, 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).

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Average humidity in August
Chesterfield Plaza, MD

Average humidity in August - Chesterfield Plaza, 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Chesterfield Plaza, MD

Average rainfall in August - Chesterfield Plaza, 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").

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Average rainfall days in August
Chesterfield Plaza, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Chesterfield Plaza, 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).

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Average snowfall in August
Chesterfield Plaza, MD

Average snowfall in August - Chesterfield Plaza, 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").

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Average snowfall days in August
Chesterfield Plaza, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Chesterfield Plaza, 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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Chesterfield Plaza, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Chesterfield Plaza, 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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Chesterfield Plaza, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Chesterfield Plaza, 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).

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Average UV index in August
Chesterfield Plaza, MD

Average UV index in August - Chesterfield Plaza, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Chesterfield Plaza, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Chesterfield Plaza, 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).

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Average visibility in August
Chesterfield Plaza, MD

Average visibility in August - Chesterfield Plaza, 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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