August weather forecast
Lanham, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Lanham, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 68.7°F (20.4°C) and max 85.1°F (29.5°C).

Temperature

August's onset records an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.1°F (29.5°C), a near match to July's 87.4°F (30.8°C). Lanham, during August nights, observes an average temperature of 68.7°F (20.4°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. 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 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Lanham is 72%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Lanham is August, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Lanham, snow does not fall in May through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Lanham is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 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

The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Lanham 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 average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. 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. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Lanham?

In Lanham, 85.1°F (29.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 68.7°F (20.4°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Lanham?

The average relative humidity in August in Lanham is 72%.

What is the rainiest month in Lanham?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Lanham, Maryland. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Lanham?

In Lanham, in August, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Lanham?

May through November are months without snowfall in Lanham.

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

In August, the average day length in Lanham is 13h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Lanham?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lanham, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lanham have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Lanham?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Lanham?

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

Average temperature in August - Lanham, 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).

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Average pressure in August
Lanham, MD

Average pressure in August - Lanham, 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
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Average wind speed in August - Lanham, 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).

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Average humidity in August
Lanham, MD

Average humidity in August - Lanham, 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
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Average rainfall in August - Lanham, 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").

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Average rainfall days in August
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Average rainfall days in August - Lanham, 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).

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Average snowfall in August
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Average snowfall in August - Lanham, 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").

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Average snowfall days in August
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Average snowfall days in August - Lanham, 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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
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Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Lanham, 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).

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Average sunshine days in August
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Average sunshine days in August - Lanham, 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).

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Average UV index in August
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Average UV index in August - Lanham, 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
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Average cloud cover in August - Lanham, 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).

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Average visibility in August
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Average visibility in August - Lanham, 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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