August weather forecast
Mount Aetna, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Mount Aetna, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 83.3°F (28.5°C) and an average low of 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

Mount Aetna experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C) with the onset of August, subtly varied from July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). The nighttime temperature in Mount Aetna, Maryland, dips to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C) on average during August.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In Mount Aetna, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Mount Aetna, in August, during 16.3 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mount Aetna, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.4 days and collects up to 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Mount Aetna, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Mount Aetna?

The high-temperature in Mount Aetna, Maryland, during August is 83.3°F (28.5°C) and the low-temperature is 62.6°F (17°C). 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, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Mount Aetna?

In Mount Aetna, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August in Mount Aetna?

In Mount Aetna, during August, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Mount Aetna?

In Mount Aetna, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Mount Aetna?

In August, the average day length in Mount Aetna, Maryland, is 13h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Mount Aetna?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Mount Aetna?

The average sunshine duration in August in Mount Aetna is 10.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Mount Aetna?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Mount Aetna?

In Mount Aetna, the average daily maximum UV index in August 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
Mount Aetna, MD

Average temperature in August - Mount Aetna, 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: 62.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Mount Aetna, MD

Average pressure in August - Mount Aetna, 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
Mount Aetna, MD

Average wind speed in August - Mount Aetna, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Mount Aetna, MD

Average humidity in August - Mount Aetna, 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Mount Aetna, MD

Average rainfall in August - Mount Aetna, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in August
Mount Aetna, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Mount Aetna, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Mount Aetna, MD

Average snowfall in August - Mount Aetna, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Mount Aetna, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Mount Aetna, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mount Aetna, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Mount Aetna, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Mount Aetna, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Mount Aetna, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11 days).

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Average UV index in August
Mount Aetna, MD

Average UV index in August - Mount Aetna, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Mount Aetna, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Mount Aetna, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in August
Mount Aetna, MD

Average visibility in August - Mount Aetna, 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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