August weather forecast
McHenry, MD

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Weather in August

August signals a form of climatic stability in McHenry, with a gentle slant towards lower temperatures compared to July. Summer peaks in July and starts to taper off as August unfolds, marking the beginning of the end of summer. With the city enveloped in a soothing warmth, residents and tourists engage in a plethora of outdoor activities that this weather permits. While the daytime warmth is tangible, the evenings and nights provide a refreshing retreat from the day’s heat. Despite a slight decline in temperature to 78.3°F (25.7°C), August continues the summer rhythm, setting the stage for the forthcoming fall transition.

Temperature

With the start of August, McHenry measures an average high-temperature of a still warm 78.3°F (25.7°C), not significantly differing from July's 79.9°F (26.6°C). During the nights in August, McHenry records a pronounced shift from the daytime warmth, with a consistent average temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Humidity

April, June through August, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months in McHenry.

Rainfall

In McHenry, in August, during 18.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In McHenry, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.5 days and collects up to 30.79" (782mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In McHenry, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of August in McHenry, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in McHenry, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in McHenry, Maryland, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in McHenry?

An average high-temperature, in August, in McHenry, is 78.3°F (25.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 56.7°F (13.7°C).

What are the least humid months in McHenry?

The months with the lowest humidity in McHenry, Maryland, are April, June through August, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in August in McHenry?

The average relative humidity in August in McHenry, Maryland, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in McHenry?

In McHenry, Maryland, during August, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in McHenry?

In McHenry, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does McHenry have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in McHenry?

On the first day of August in McHenry, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in McHenry?

The month with the most sunshine in McHenry is August, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in McHenry?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

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

The months with the highest UV index in McHenry, Maryland, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in August in McHenry?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in McHenry is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
McHenry, MD

Average temperature in August - McHenry, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
McHenry, MD

Average pressure in August - McHenry, MD
  • Average pressure in August: 30"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
McHenry, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
McHenry, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (79%).

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Average rainfall in August
McHenry, MD

Average rainfall in August - McHenry, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in August
McHenry, MD

Average rainfall days in August - McHenry, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
McHenry, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
McHenry, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
McHenry, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - McHenry, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
McHenry, MD

Average sunshine days in August - McHenry, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
McHenry, MD

Average UV index in August - McHenry, MD
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
McHenry, MD

Average cloud cover in August - McHenry, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in August
McHenry, MD

Average visibility in August - McHenry, MD
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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