August weather forecast
Spencer Gardens, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Spencer Gardens, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 68.9°F (20.5°C) and 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of August, Spencer Gardens's average high-temperature clocks in at a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. In the month of August, the nighttime temperature in Spencer Gardens dips to a steady average of 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. 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 particularly relevant to children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Spencer Gardens, 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

In Spencer Gardens, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of August, in Spencer Gardens, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Spencer Gardens, Maryland, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024 | Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Spencer Gardens?

The high-temperature, in August, in Spencer Gardens, is 83.8°F (28.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 68.9°F (20.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Spencer Gardens?

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the wettest month in Spencer Gardens?

The month with the most rainfall in Spencer Gardens is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Spencer Gardens in August?

In August, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout August, 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Spencer Gardens?

April through October are months without snowfall in Spencer Gardens.

How many hours of daylight does Spencer Gardens have in August?

In August, the average day length in Spencer Gardens, Maryland, is 13h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Spencer Gardens?

On the first day of August in Spencer Gardens, Maryland, 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.

How long on average sun shines in August in Spencer Gardens?

In Spencer Gardens, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Spencer Gardens?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Spencer Gardens?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average temperature in August - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average pressure in August - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average wind speed in August - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average humidity in August - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average rainfall in August - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average snowfall in August - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Spencer Gardens, 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average UV index in August - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average visibility in August - Spencer Gardens, 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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