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
With the onset of August, the average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C), closely aligned with July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). In August, Middletown experiences a temperature dip to an average of 63°F (17.2°C) at night.Heat index
August's average heat index is evaluated at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Humidity
In Middletown, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Middletown, during August, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156 rainfall days, and 30.87" (784mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Middletown, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 40min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Middletown is 10.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Middletown, 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Middletown, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 83.3°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 (37°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Middletown, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Middletown, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Middletown, MD
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Middletown, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").
Average rainfall days in August
Middletown, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Middletown, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Middletown, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Middletown, 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: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Middletown, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Middletown, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Middletown, MD
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in August
Middletown, MD
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, September, October and December (5mi).
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