August weather forecastSouthwood, MD
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Southwood, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).Temperature
Southwood experiences a transition to a still moderately hot 82.4°F (28°C) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of August, not greatly differing from July's 84.2°F (29°C). The temperature dips to an average of 64.9°F (18.3°C) during August nights.Heat index
The heat index in August is evaluated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Fatigue might occur with continuous exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. 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
In Southwood, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
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.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 41min.On the first day of August, 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.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.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 risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Southwood, 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
Southwood, 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
Southwood, 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
Southwood, 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
Southwood, 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
Southwood, 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
Southwood, 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
Southwood, 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
Southwood, 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
Southwood, 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
Southwood, 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
Southwood, 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
Southwood, MD
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
