August weather forecast
Morningside, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Morningside, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 84.6°F (29.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a warm 84.6°F (29.2°C) from July's 86.7°F (30.4°C). Morningside in August experiences a low-temperature average of 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Morningside. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Morningside is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, 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 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Morningside, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Morningside in August?

During August, Morningside experiences an average high-temperature of 84.6°F (29.2°C) and a low-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Morningside?

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

What is the wettest month in Morningside?

The month with the most rainfall in Morningside, Maryland, is August, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Morningside?

In Morningside, Maryland, in August, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Morningside?

May through October are months without snowfall.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Morningside?

In August, on the first day of the month, 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 7:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Morningside?

The average sunshine duration in August in Morningside, Maryland, is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Morningside?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Morningside?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Morningside, Maryland, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Morningside, MD

Average temperature in August - Morningside, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Morningside, MD

Average pressure in August - Morningside, 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
Morningside, MD

Average wind speed in August - Morningside, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Morningside, MD

Average humidity in August - Morningside, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Morningside, MD

Average rainfall in August - Morningside, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in August
Morningside, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Morningside, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Morningside, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Morningside, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Morningside, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Morningside, MD
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Morningside, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Morningside, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Morningside, MD

Average UV index in August - Morningside, 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
Morningside, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Morningside, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Morningside, MD

Average visibility in August - Morningside, 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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