August weather forecast
North Cape Arthur, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in North Cape Arthur, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 69.1°F (20.6°C) and max 83.7°F (28.7°C).

Temperature

With August's arrival, North Cape Arthur notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.7°F (28.7°C), closely following the trend of the preceding month. North Cape Arthur records an average temperature drop to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C) in August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in North Cape Arthur.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In North Cape Arthur, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in North Cape Arthur in August?

During August, North Cape Arthur experiences an average high-temperature of 83.7°F (28.7°C) and a low-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in North Cape Arthur?

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in North Cape Arthur?

The month with the most rainfall in North Cape Arthur, Maryland, is August, when the rain falls for 13.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in North Cape Arthur?

In North Cape Arthur, during August, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in North Cape Arthur?

May through October are months without snowfall in North Cape Arthur.

How many hours of daylight does North Cape Arthur have in August?

The average day length in August in North Cape Arthur, Maryland, is 13h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in North Cape Arthur?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in North Cape Arthur, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does North Cape Arthur have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in North Cape Arthur is 10.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in North Cape Arthur?

The months with the highest UV index in North Cape Arthur, Maryland, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in North Cape Arthur?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in North Cape Arthur, Maryland, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
North Cape Arthur, MD

Average temperature in August - North Cape Arthur, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.7°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 (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 69.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
North Cape Arthur, MD

Average pressure in August - North Cape Arthur, 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
North Cape Arthur, MD

Average wind speed in August - North Cape Arthur, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in August
North Cape Arthur, MD

Average humidity in August - North Cape Arthur, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
North Cape Arthur, MD

Average rainfall in August - North Cape Arthur, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in August
North Cape Arthur, MD

Average rainfall days in August - North Cape Arthur, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
North Cape Arthur, MD

Average snowfall in August - North Cape Arthur, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
North Cape Arthur, MD

Average snowfall days in August - North Cape Arthur, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
North Cape Arthur, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - North Cape Arthur, 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
North Cape Arthur, MD

Average sunshine days in August - North Cape Arthur, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
North Cape Arthur, MD

Average UV index in August - North Cape Arthur, 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
North Cape Arthur, MD

Average cloud cover in August - North Cape Arthur, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
North Cape Arthur, MD

Average visibility in August - North Cape Arthur, 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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