August weather forecast
Rolling Ridge, MD

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Rolling Ridge, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 83.1°F (28.4°C) and 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Temperature

August's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still moderately hot 83.1°F (28.4°C) from July's 84.9°F (29.4°C). Throughout August, Rolling Ridge records an average temperature of 66.6°F (19.2°C) at night.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

In Rolling Ridge, Maryland, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Rolling Ridge is August, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rolling Ridge, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August in Rolling 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 7:38 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Rolling Ridge in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 83.1°F (28.4°C) and a low-temperature of 66.6°F (19.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Rolling Ridge?

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in Rolling Ridge?

The month with the most rainfall in Rolling Ridge, Maryland, is August, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Rolling Ridge in August?

In Rolling Ridge, Maryland, during August, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Rolling Ridge?

May through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Rolling Ridge?

The average day length in August in Rolling Ridge, Maryland, is 13h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Rolling Ridge?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rolling Ridge, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rolling Ridge have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Rolling Ridge, Maryland, is 10.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Rolling Ridge?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Rolling Ridge?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Rolling Ridge 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
Rolling Ridge, MD

Average temperature in August - Rolling Ridge, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 66.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Rolling Ridge, MD

Average pressure in August - Rolling 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Rolling Ridge, MD

Average wind speed in August - Rolling Ridge, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Rolling Ridge, MD

Average humidity in August - Rolling Ridge, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Rolling Ridge, MD

Average rainfall in August - Rolling Ridge, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.37"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.37").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (2.28").

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Average rainfall days in August
Rolling Ridge, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Rolling Ridge, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Rolling Ridge, MD

Average snowfall in August - Rolling Ridge, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Rolling Ridge, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Rolling Ridge, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 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
Rolling Ridge, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rolling Ridge, 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, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Rolling Ridge, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Rolling Ridge, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
Rolling Ridge, MD

Average UV index in August - Rolling 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Rolling Ridge, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Rolling Ridge, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Rolling Ridge, MD

Average visibility in August - Rolling 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).

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