August weather forecast
Point of Rocks, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Point of Rocks, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 63.3°F (17.4°C) and 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

Point of Rocks observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between July's 86.4°F (30.2°C) and August's 83.8°F (28.8°C). In the month of August, the average temperature in Point of Rocks dips to a refreshing 63.3°F (17.4°C) during the night.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is computed to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Point of Rocks, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout August, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Point of Rocks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.3 days and collects up to 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Point of Rocks.

Daylight

In Point of Rocks, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Point of Rocks is 10.3h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Point of Rocks in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Point of Rocks, is 83.8°F (28.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 63.3°F (17.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Point of Rocks?

The average relative humidity in August in Point of Rocks, Maryland, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in August in Point of Rocks?

In Point of Rocks, Maryland, in August, during 15.7 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Point of Rocks?

May through October are months without snowfall in Point of Rocks, Maryland.

What is the average length of the day in August in Point of Rocks?

The average day length in August in Point of Rocks, Maryland, is 13h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Point of Rocks?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Point of Rocks, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Point of Rocks?

In Point of Rocks, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Point of Rocks?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Point of Rocks?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Point of Rocks is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Point of Rocks, MD

Average temperature in August - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°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 (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Point of Rocks, MD

Average pressure in August - Point of Rocks, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Point of Rocks, MD

Average wind speed in August - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Point of Rocks, MD

Average humidity in August - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Point of Rocks, MD

Average rainfall in August - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in August
Point of Rocks, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Point of Rocks, MD

Average snowfall in August - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Point of Rocks, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Point of Rocks, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Point of Rocks, 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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Point of Rocks, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Point of Rocks, MD

Average UV index in August - Point of Rocks, 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
Point of Rocks, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Point of Rocks, MD

Average visibility in August - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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