August weather forecastShannon Forest, MD
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Shannon Forest, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 68.9°F (20.5°C) and max 83.8°F (28.8°C).Temperature
July's transformation into August witnesses an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C), noting a minor change from the preceding month. Shannon Forest records a steady low-temperature average of 68.9°F (20.5°C) during August.Heat index
The heat index value during August is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 39min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.4h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Shannon Forest. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Shannon Forest, 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
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and July (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 4.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").
Average rainfall days in August
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Shannon Forest, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 24min
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 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Shannon Forest, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Shannon Forest, 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).
