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 welcomes an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C), not much different from the preceding month. In August, Galena encounters an average low-temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) during the night.Heat index
August's mean heat index is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Humidity
In Galena, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Galena is 13h and 40min.On the first day of August in Galena, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Galena are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Average temperature in August
Galena, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Galena, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Galena, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Galena, MD
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Galena, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").
Average rainfall days in August
Galena, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Galena, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Galena, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 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
Galena, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Galena, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Galena, 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
Galena, 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
Galena, 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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