Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
August's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.1°F (28.4°C), slightly varied from July's 84.7°F (29.3°C). An average low-temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C) is recorded in the month of August.Heat index
The heat index value during August is evaluated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). If exposure and activity are sustained, they might cause a feeling of weariness, resulting in heat cramps.It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Humidity
In Dowell, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In Dowell, during August, the rain falls for 17.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.6 rainfall days, and 34.49" (876mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in Dowell.Daylight
In Dowell, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 37min.On the first day of August in Dowell, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Dowell. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Dowell, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 83.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Dowell, MD
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Dowell, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Dowell, MD
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Dowell, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 4.45"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").
Average rainfall days in August
Dowell, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Dowell, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Dowell, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dowell, MD
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dowell, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Dowell, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Dowell, MD
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Dowell, 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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