August weather forecast
Ellicott City, MD

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Weather in August

August continues the summer saga in Ellicott City, with both temperatures and the frequency of thunderstorms remaining relatively high. The city experiences slightly lower temperatures compared to July, with a high of 83.5°F (28.6°C). Also, rainfall reaches a considerable 3.74" (95mm), the highest in the year. Slightly reduced wind speeds coupled with a high humidity make August one of the warmest and wettest months of the year. As the summer sun sets on August, residents look forward to September's arrival, offering an autumnal respite.

Temperature

Ellicott City's shift into August sets the average high-temperature at a still warm 83.5°F (28.6°C), a figure that deviates only slightly from July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). Throughout the month of August, Ellicott City reports a steady low-temperature average of 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). If activity and exposure persist, they could induce fatigue, leading to possible heat cramps.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. 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 extremely significant for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Ellicott City. Rain falls for 15.9 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ellicott City, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Ellicott City, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Ellicott City, Maryland. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Ellicott City in August?

Ellicott City in August has an average high-temperature of 83.5°F (28.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Ellicott City?

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in Ellicott City?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Ellicott City, Maryland. Rain falls for 15.9 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Ellicott City?

In Ellicott City, during August, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Ellicott City?

In Ellicott City, Maryland, snow does not fall in May through October.

How many hours of daylight does Ellicott City have in August?

In Ellicott City, Maryland, the average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Ellicott City?

On the first day of August in Ellicott City, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ellicott City have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Ellicott City?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Ellicott City?

In Ellicott City, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Ellicott City, MD

Average temperature in August - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.5°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 (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Ellicott City, MD

Average pressure in August - Ellicott City, 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
Ellicott City, MD

Average wind speed in August - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Ellicott City, MD

Average humidity in August - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Ellicott City, MD

Average rainfall in August - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in August
Ellicott City, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Ellicott City, MD

Average snowfall in August - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Ellicott City, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Ellicott City, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ellicott City, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Ellicott City, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Ellicott City, MD

Average UV index in August - Ellicott City, 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
Ellicott City, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

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
Ellicott City, MD

Average visibility in August - Ellicott City, 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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