August weather forecast
Sherwood, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Sherwood, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 82.9°F (28.3°C) and min 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of August records an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C), marking a negligible difference from July's 84.4°F (29.1°C). Sherwood experiences an average low-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C) in the month of August.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is estimated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Enduring exposure and ongoing activity could cause a sense of fatigue and subsequent heat cramps.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. 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 highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

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.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Sherwood, Maryland.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sherwood, Maryland, the average sunshine in August is 10.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Sherwood. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Sherwood in August?

During August, Sherwood experiences an average high-temperature of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and a low-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Sherwood?

In Sherwood, Maryland, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Sherwood?

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

How many days does it rain in August in Sherwood?

In Sherwood, during August, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sherwood?

May through October are months without snowfall in Sherwood, Maryland.

How many hours of daylight does Sherwood have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Sherwood?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sherwood have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Sherwood, Maryland, is 10.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Sherwood?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Sherwood?

In Sherwood, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Sherwood, MD

Average temperature in August - Sherwood, 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
Sherwood, MD

Average pressure in August - Sherwood, 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
Sherwood, MD

Average wind speed in August - Sherwood, 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
Sherwood, MD

Average humidity in August - Sherwood, 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
Sherwood, MD

Average rainfall in August - Sherwood, 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
Sherwood, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Sherwood, 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
Sherwood, MD

Average snowfall in August - Sherwood, 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
Sherwood, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Sherwood, 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
Sherwood, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Sherwood, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Sherwood, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Sherwood, 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
Sherwood, MD

Average UV index in August - Sherwood, 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
Sherwood, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Sherwood, 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
Sherwood, MD

Average visibility in August - Sherwood, 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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