August weather forecast
College Park, MD

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Weather in August

As summer progresses, August in College Park maintains the warmth of July, though with slightly reduced temperatures. Sunshine continues to dominate the day, although residents also experience 3.43" (87mm) of rain over the course of the month. Despite being a summer month, there is no snowfall in August, keeping the weather comfortably warm. The light winds continue through the month, providing occasional relief from the heat. August signifies the final stretch of summer, bringing with it a sense of anticipation for the approaching fall.

Temperature

August's arrival in College Park registers an average high-temperature of a warm 85.6°F (29.8°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. Throughout August, an average low-temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) is expected in College Park, Maryland.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 95°F (35°C). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in College Park is 72%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in College Park. Rain falls for 15.9 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in College Park in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 85.6°F (29.8°C) and 67.6°F (19.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in August in College Park?

In College Park, Maryland, the average relative humidity in August is 72%.

What is the wettest month in College Park?

The month with the most rainfall in College Park is August, when the rain falls for 15.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in College Park in August?

In College Park, in August, during 15.9 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in College Park?

May through October are months without snowfall in College Park, Maryland.

How many hours of daylight does College Park have in August?

The average day length in August in College Park is 13h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in College Park?

On the first day of August in College Park, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:18 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 College Park?

The average sunshine duration in August in College Park is 10.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in College Park?

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

How high is the UV index in August in College Park?

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

Average temperature in August - College Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
College Park, MD

Average pressure in August - College Park, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
College Park, MD

Average wind speed in August - College Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in August
College Park, MD

Average humidity in August - College Park, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
College Park, MD

Average rainfall in August - College Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in August
College Park, MD

Average rainfall days in August - College Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
College Park, MD

Average snowfall in August - College Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
College Park, MD

Average snowfall days in August - College Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
College Park, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - College Park, 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 1min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
College Park, MD

Average sunshine days in August - College Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
College Park, MD

Average UV index in August - College Park, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
College Park, MD

Average cloud cover in August - College Park, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
College Park, MD

Average visibility in August - College Park, MD
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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