August weather forecast
Hillsboro, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Hillsboro, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.4°F (20.2°C) and 82.9°F (28.3°C).

Temperature

The transition from July to August sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Hillsboro experiences a mean temperature of 68.4°F (20.2°C) during August nights.

Heat index

The heat index for August is appraised at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Hillsboro are May and August, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Hillsboro. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Hillsboro, Maryland, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Hillsboro, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Hillsboro is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Hillsboro?

The high-temperature, in August, in Hillsboro, records 82.9°F (28.3°C), while the low-temperature is 68.4°F (20.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months in Hillsboro?

May and August, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Hillsboro, Maryland.

What is the average humidity in August in Hillsboro?

The average relative humidity in August in Hillsboro is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Hillsboro?

The month with the most rainfall in Hillsboro, Maryland, is August, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Hillsboro in August?

In Hillsboro, Maryland, in August, during 15.8 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Hillsboro?

In Hillsboro, Maryland, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in August in Hillsboro?

The average day length in August in Hillsboro is 13h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Hillsboro?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Hillsboro?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Hillsboro is 10.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Hillsboro?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Hillsboro?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Hillsboro, Maryland, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Hillsboro, MD

Average temperature in August - Hillsboro, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Hillsboro, MD

Average pressure in August - Hillsboro, MD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"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).

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Average wind speed in August
Hillsboro, MD

Average wind speed in August - Hillsboro, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Hillsboro, MD

Average humidity in August - Hillsboro, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Hillsboro, MD

Average rainfall in August - Hillsboro, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in August
Hillsboro, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Hillsboro, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Hillsboro, MD

Average snowfall in August - Hillsboro, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.5").
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
Hillsboro, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Hillsboro, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Hillsboro, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Hillsboro, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Hillsboro, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Hillsboro, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Hillsboro, MD

Average UV index in August - Hillsboro, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Hillsboro, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Hillsboro, 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).

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Average visibility in August
Hillsboro, MD

Average visibility in August - Hillsboro, 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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