August weather forecast
Joyce Acres, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Joyce Acres, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 83.7°F (28.7°C) and an average low of 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature for August is a still warm 83.7°F (28.7°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. An average minimum temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C) is recorded during the month of August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is computed to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Joyce Acres is 73%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Joyce Acres. Rain falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Joyce Acres is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of August, in Joyce Acres, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Joyce Acres, Maryland, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Joyce Acres in August?

August temperatures in Joyce Acres vary between a high-temperature of 83.7°F (28.7°C) and a low-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Joyce Acres?

In Joyce Acres, Maryland, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in Joyce Acres?

The month with the most rainfall in Joyce Acres, Maryland, is August, when the rain falls for 13.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Joyce Acres in August?

In Joyce Acres, in August, during 13.9 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Joyce Acres?

May through October are months without snowfall in Joyce Acres, Maryland.

How many hours of daylight does Joyce Acres have in August?

The average day length in August in Joyce Acres is 13h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Joyce Acres?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Joyce Acres have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Joyce Acres is 10.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Joyce Acres?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Joyce Acres?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Joyce Acres is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Joyce Acres, MD

Average temperature in August - Joyce Acres, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.7°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 (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 69.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Joyce Acres, MD

Average pressure in August - Joyce Acres, 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
Joyce Acres, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Joyce Acres, MD

Average humidity in August - Joyce Acres, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Joyce Acres, MD

Average rainfall in August - Joyce Acres, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in August
Joyce Acres, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Joyce Acres, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Joyce Acres, MD

Average snowfall in August - Joyce Acres, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Joyce Acres, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Joyce Acres, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Joyce Acres, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Joyce Acres, 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Joyce Acres, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Joyce Acres, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Joyce Acres, MD

Average UV index in August - Joyce Acres, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Joyce Acres, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Joyce Acres, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Joyce Acres, MD

Average visibility in August - Joyce Acres, 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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