August weather forecastRicketts Ridge, MD

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Ricketts Ridge, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 64.9°F (18.3°C) and max 82.4°F (28°C).

Temperature

As Ricketts Ridge welcomes August, the average high-temperature is noted at a still moderately hot 82.4°F (28°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. The average nighttime temperature lowers to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) throughout August.

Heat index

August's heat index is computed to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Ricketts Ridge is 77%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.5 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ricketts Ridge, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ricketts Ridge are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. 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. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during August is 82.4°F (28°C) and the low-temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

In Ricketts Ridge, in August, during 16.5 rainfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

May through September are months without snowfall.

In August, the average day length in Ricketts Ridge is 13h and 40min.

On the first day of August in Ricketts Ridge, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

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

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

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

Jul

August

Sep

Average high temperature

84.2°F

82.4°F

75.7°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.8mph

6.5mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

16.5

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.1

13.2

15.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average high temperature in August: 82.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

Average low temperature in August: 64.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Ricketts Ridge, 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).

Average wind speed in August
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, July and November (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average rainfall in August: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.89").

Average rainfall days in August
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average rainfall days in August: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min

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 24min).

Average sunshine in August: 10h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average sunshine days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Ricketts Ridge, 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).

Average cloud cover in August
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average visibility in August: 6mi

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