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
The advent of August reveals an average high-temperature of a warm 85.1°F (29.5°C), showing minimal difference from the prior month. During August, Hyattsville experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 68.7°F (20.4°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Hyattsville is 72%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Hyattsville, snow does not fall in May through November.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Hyattsville, Maryland, is 13h and 38min.On the first day of August in Hyattsville, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 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. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Frequently asked questions
Is it hot in Hyattsville during August?
What is the average humidity in August in Hyattsville?
What is the wettest month in Hyattsville?
How many days does it rain in August in Hyattsville?
When it does not snow in Hyattsville?
What is the average length of the day in August in Hyattsville?
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Hyattsville?
How long on average sun shines in August in Hyattsville?
When is the highest UV index in Hyattsville?
What is the UV index intensity in August in Hyattsville?
Average temperature in August
Hyattsville, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 85.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Hyattsville, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Hyattsville, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Hyattsville, MD
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Hyattsville, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").
Average rainfall days in August
Hyattsville, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Hyattsville, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Hyattsville, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Hyattsville, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Hyattsville, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Hyattsville, 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
Hyattsville, 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).
Average visibility in August
Hyattsville, 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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