August weather forecast
Peter Harmond Acres, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Peter Harmond Acres, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 67.3°F (19.6°C) and 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of August, the average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C), closely aligned with July's 85.8°F (29.9°C). An average low-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C) marks the month of August.

Heat index

August's average heat index is computed to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

In Peter Harmond Acres, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Peter Harmond Acres, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Peter Harmond Acres is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August in Peter Harmond Acres, 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 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Peter Harmond Acres 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. 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. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Peter Harmond Acres in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 83.8°F (28.8°C) and 67.3°F (19.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Peter Harmond Acres?

In Peter Harmond Acres, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the wettest month in Peter Harmond Acres?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Peter Harmond Acres in August?

In Peter Harmond Acres, Maryland, in August, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 4.06" (103mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Peter Harmond Acres?

April through October are months without snowfall in Peter Harmond Acres.

What is the average length of the day in August in Peter Harmond Acres?

In August, the average day length in Peter Harmond Acres is 13h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Peter Harmond Acres?

On the first day of August in Peter Harmond Acres, 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 7:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Peter Harmond Acres have in August?

In Peter Harmond Acres, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Peter Harmond Acres?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Peter Harmond Acres?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Peter Harmond Acres, MD

Average temperature in August - Peter Harmond Acres, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Peter Harmond Acres, MD

Average pressure in August - Peter Harmond Acres, 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
Peter Harmond Acres, MD

Average wind speed in August - Peter Harmond Acres, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Peter Harmond Acres, MD

Average humidity in August - Peter Harmond Acres, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Peter Harmond Acres, MD

Average rainfall in August - Peter Harmond Acres, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in August
Peter Harmond Acres, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Peter Harmond Acres, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Peter Harmond Acres, MD

Average snowfall in August - Peter Harmond Acres, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
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
Peter Harmond Acres, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Peter Harmond Acres, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 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
Peter Harmond Acres, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Peter Harmond Acres, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Peter Harmond Acres, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Peter Harmond Acres, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in August
Peter Harmond Acres, MD

Average UV index in August - Peter Harmond Acres, 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
Peter Harmond Acres, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Peter Harmond Acres, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

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
Peter Harmond Acres, MD

Average visibility in August - Peter Harmond Acres, 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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