August weather forecastStarr, MD

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Starr, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 82.8°F (28.2°C) and 68.4°F (20.2°C).

Temperature

The transition from July to August sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still warm 82.8°F (28.2°C), from a not significantly different 84.4°F (29.1°C). During August, the average low-temperature in Starr is a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August is calculated to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). A sense of exhaustion might occur with extended exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In Starr, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Starr, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Starr, Maryland, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Starr, in August, the average high-temperature is 82.8°F (28.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 68.4°F (20.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

In Starr, in August, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 3.86" (98mm) of accumulated precipitation.

May through October are months without snowfall.

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

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Starr, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

Jul

August

Sep

Average high temperature

84.4°F

82.8°F

77.4°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.8mph

6.5mph

7.2mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

17.3

13.5

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.6

12.6

14.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Starr, MD

Average high temperature in August: 82.8°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 (39.9°F).

Average low temperature in August: 68.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Starr, 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).

Average wind speed in August
Starr, MD

Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in August
Starr, MD

Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Starr, 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 January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in August
Starr, MD

Average rainfall days in August: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Starr, MD

Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Starr, MD

Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Starr, MD

Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min

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 18min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Starr, MD

Average sunshine days in August: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Starr, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Starr, MD

Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Starr, 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).