August weather forecast
Oakland, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Oakland, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 77.7°F (25.4°C) and an average low of 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during August is a still moderately hot 77.7°F (25.4°C), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Oakland's nights in August experience an average temperature drop to a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Oakland is 79%.

Rainfall

In Oakland, during August, the rain falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Oakland, Maryland, there are 185.9 rainfall days, and 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Oakland, Maryland, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Oakland, Maryland, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:18 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 Oakland, Maryland, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Oakland. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in August leads to these guidelines:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Oakland in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Oakland, is 77.7°F (25.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 56.1°F (13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Oakland?

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

How much does it rain in Oakland in August?

In August, in Oakland, Maryland, the rain falls for 18.8 days. Throughout August, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Oakland?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Oakland have in August?

The average day length in August in Oakland, Maryland, is 13h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Oakland?

On the first day of August in Oakland, sunrise is at 6:18 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 Oakland?

With an average of 9.8h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Oakland.

How long on average sun shines in August in Oakland?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Oakland?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Oakland?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Oakland, Maryland, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Oakland, MD

Average temperature in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
Oakland, MD

Average pressure in August - Oakland, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Oakland, MD

Average wind speed in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Oakland, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

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Average rainfall in August
Oakland, MD

Average rainfall in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in August
Oakland, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Oakland, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Oakland, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 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
Oakland, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Oakland, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Oakland, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Oakland, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Oakland, MD

Average UV index in August - Oakland, 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
Oakland, MD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in August
Oakland, MD

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

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

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