August weather forecast
Odenton Heights, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Odenton Heights, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 68.7°F (20.4°C) and max 84.4°F (29.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C) in August, hardly different from the 86.4°F (30.2°C) recorded in July. During August, Odenton Heights records an average temperature of 68.7°F (20.4°C) at night.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Odenton Heights, Maryland, is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Odenton Heights, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of August, in Odenton Heights, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Odenton Heights, 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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Odenton Heights in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Odenton Heights, is 84.4°F (29.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 68.7°F (20.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Odenton Heights?

In Odenton Heights, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in Odenton Heights?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.2 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Odenton Heights in August?

In Odenton Heights, during August, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Odenton Heights?

In Odenton Heights, snow does not fall in May through October.

What is the average length of the day in August in Odenton Heights?

In Odenton Heights, the average day length in August is 13h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Odenton Heights?

On the first day of August in Odenton Heights, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Odenton Heights have in August?

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

When is the highest UV index in Odenton Heights?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Odenton Heights?

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

Average temperature in August - Odenton Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.7°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°F).

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Average pressure in August
Odenton Heights, MD

Average pressure in August - Odenton Heights, 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
Odenton Heights, MD

Average wind speed in August - Odenton Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Odenton Heights, MD

Average humidity in August - Odenton Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Odenton Heights, MD

Average rainfall in August - Odenton Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in August
Odenton Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Odenton Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Odenton Heights, MD

Average snowfall in August - Odenton Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Odenton Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Odenton Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
Odenton Heights, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Odenton Heights, 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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Odenton Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Odenton Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Odenton Heights, MD

Average UV index in August - Odenton Heights, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Odenton Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Odenton Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Odenton Heights, MD

Average visibility in August - Odenton Heights, 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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