August weather forecast
Porters Pride, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Porters Pride, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.3°F (21.3°C) and 82.9°F (28.3°C).

Temperature

Porters Pride, Maryland, marks the start of August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from July's 84.4°F (29.1°C). An average low-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during August.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is evaluated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Extended exposure and activity might lead to tiredness, potentially resulting in heat cramps.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Porters Pride is 76%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Porters Pride, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Porters Pride is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, in Porters Pride, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Porters Pride, the average sunshine in August is 10.6h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Porters Pride in August?

The high-temperature in Porters Pride during August is 82.9°F (28.3°C) and the low-temperature is 70.3°F (21.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Porters Pride?

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Porters Pride?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Porters Pride?

In Porters Pride, Maryland, in August, during 17 rainfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Porters Pride?

May through October are months without snowfall in Porters Pride, Maryland.

What is the average length of the day in August in Porters Pride?

In August, the average day length in Porters Pride, Maryland, is 13h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Porters Pride?

On the first day of August in Porters Pride, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Porters Pride have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Porters Pride?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Porters Pride?

In Porters Pride, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Porters Pride, MD

Average temperature in August - Porters Pride, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

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Average pressure in August
Porters Pride, MD

Average pressure in August - Porters Pride, 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
Porters Pride, MD

Average wind speed in August - Porters Pride, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Porters Pride, MD

Average humidity in August - Porters Pride, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Porters Pride, MD

Average rainfall in August - Porters Pride, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in August
Porters Pride, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Porters Pride, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Porters Pride, MD

Average snowfall in August - Porters Pride, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Porters Pride, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Porters Pride, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 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
Porters Pride, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Porters Pride, MD
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Porters Pride, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Porters Pride, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and August (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Porters Pride, MD

Average UV index in August - Porters Pride, 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
Porters Pride, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Porters Pride, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in August
Porters Pride, MD

Average visibility in August - Porters Pride, 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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