August weather forecast
Griffith Park, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Griffith Park, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 82.9°F (28.3°C) and min 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

August brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C), showing a slight difference from July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). Griffith Park's nighttime temperature in August drops to an average of 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Enduring exposure and unrelenting activity might cause a state of weariness, potentially leading to heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for 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

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Griffith Park, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Griffith Park is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Griffith Park, Maryland, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Griffith Park, Maryland. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Griffith Park in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Griffith Park, records 82.9°F (28.3°C), while the low-temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Griffith Park?

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Griffith Park?

The month with the most rainfall in Griffith Park is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Griffith Park in August?

In August, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout August, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Griffith Park?

June through September are months without snowfall in Griffith Park.

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

The average day length in August in Griffith Park is 13h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Griffith Park?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Griffith Park, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Griffith Park have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Griffith Park, Maryland, is 10.3h.

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

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Griffith Park is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Griffith Park, MD

Average temperature in August - Griffith Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.9°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 (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Griffith Park, MD

Average pressure in August - Griffith 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
Griffith Park, MD

Average wind speed in August - Griffith Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Griffith Park, MD

Average humidity in August - Griffith Park, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Griffith Park, MD

Average rainfall in August - Griffith Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in August
Griffith Park, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Griffith Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Griffith Park, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Griffith Park, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Griffith Park, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Griffith 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Griffith Park, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Griffith Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Griffith Park, MD

Average UV index in August - Griffith 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Griffith Park, MD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Griffith Park, MD

Average visibility in August - Griffith 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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