August weather forecast
Riden, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Riden, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 68.7°F (20.4°C) and an average high of 84.4°F (29.1°C).

Temperature

Riden sees the arrival of August with an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C), indicating a subtle variation from July. An average minimum temperature of 68.7°F (20.4°C) marks the month of August.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels 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 particularly relevant to 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 Riden is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Riden is August, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Riden, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Riden is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of August in Riden, 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 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Riden in August?

August temperatures in Riden, Maryland, vary between a high-temperature of 84.4°F (29.1°C) and a low-temperature of 68.7°F (20.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Riden?

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

What is the wettest month in Riden?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Riden in August?

In August, in Riden, Maryland, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout August, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Riden?

In Riden, snow does not fall in May through October.

How many hours of daylight does Riden have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Riden?

On the first day of August in Riden, Maryland, 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 7:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Riden?

In Riden, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Riden?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Riden?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading 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
Riden, MD

Average temperature in August - Riden, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.4°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

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Average pressure in August
Riden, MD

Average pressure in August - Riden, 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
Riden, MD

Average wind speed in August - Riden, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Riden, MD

Average humidity in August - Riden, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Riden, MD

Average rainfall in August - Riden, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in August
Riden, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Riden, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Riden, MD

Average snowfall in August - Riden, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Riden, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Riden, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
Riden, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Riden, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Riden, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Riden, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Riden, MD

Average UV index in August - Riden, 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
Riden, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Riden, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

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
Riden, MD

Average visibility in August - Riden, 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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