August weather forecast
Dorsey Hall, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Dorsey Hall, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 83.8°F (28.8°C) and an average low of 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Temperature

Dorsey Hall measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C) in August, nearly consistent with the preceding month. Dorsey Hall, in August, experiences an average temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C) at night.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. 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 quite important for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Dorsey Hall is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August in Dorsey Hall, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Dorsey Hall in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 83.8°F (28.8°C) and 67.3°F (19.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Dorsey Hall?

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

What is the wettest month in Dorsey Hall?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Dorsey Hall, Maryland. Rain falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Dorsey Hall in August?

In Dorsey Hall, Maryland, in August, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 4.06" (103mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Dorsey Hall?

In Dorsey Hall, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Dorsey Hall have in August?

The average day length in August in Dorsey Hall, Maryland, is 13h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Dorsey Hall?

On the first day of August in Dorsey Hall, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Dorsey Hall?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Dorsey Hall, Maryland, is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Dorsey Hall?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Dorsey Hall?

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

Average temperature in August - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average pressure in August - Dorsey Hall, 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
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average wind speed in August - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average humidity in August - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average rainfall in August - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in August
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average snowfall in August - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
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
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 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
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Dorsey Hall, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in August
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average UV index in August - Dorsey Hall, 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
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Dorsey Hall, 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 29).

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Average visibility in August
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average visibility in August - Dorsey Hall, 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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