August weather forecast
Old Cedar Point, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Old Cedar Point, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 83.3°F (28.5°C) and an average low of 70.5°F (21.4°C).

Temperature

Old Cedar Point notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C) in August, hardly diverging from July. Old Cedar Point, in August, observes a steady average low-temperature of 70.5°F (21.4°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August is estimated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.

Humidity

In Old Cedar Point, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Old Cedar Point, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Old Cedar Point during August?

Old Cedar Point in August has an average high-temperature of 83.3°F (28.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 70.5°F (21.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Old Cedar Point?

In Old Cedar Point, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

What is the wettest month in Old Cedar Point?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Old Cedar Point, Maryland. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Old Cedar Point in August?

In Old Cedar Point, during August, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Old Cedar Point?

In Old Cedar Point, Maryland, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Old Cedar Point have in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Old Cedar Point?

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 Old Cedar Point, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Old Cedar Point have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Old Cedar Point is 10.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Old Cedar Point?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Old Cedar Point, Maryland.

What is the UV index reading in August in Old Cedar Point?

In Old Cedar Point, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average temperature in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average pressure in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average wind speed in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average humidity in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

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
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average rainfall in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average snowfall in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Old Cedar Point, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average UV index in August - Old Cedar Point, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Old Cedar Point, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

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
Old Cedar Point, MD

Average visibility in August - Old Cedar Point, 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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