August weather forecastSturbridge, MD
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Sturbridge, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 83.3°F (28.5°C) and min 70.5°F (21.4°C).Temperature
August reports an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.3°F (28.5°C), slightly varied from July's 84.7°F (29.3°C). During August, Sturbridge records an average temperature of 70.5°F (21.4°C) at night.Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Humidity
In Sturbridge, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Sturbridge, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Sturbridge 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 7:37 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.5h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Sturbridge, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 83.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Sturbridge, 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
Sturbridge, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Sturbridge, MD
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Sturbridge, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in August
Sturbridge, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Sturbridge, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Sturbridge, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Sturbridge, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Sturbridge, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Sturbridge, 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
Sturbridge, MD
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Sturbridge, 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).
