August weather forecast
The Ridings, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in The Ridings, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 83.3°F (28.5°C) and 70.5°F (21.4°C).

Temperature

As August takes its course, The Ridings's average high-temperature registers at a still warm 83.3°F (28.5°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. In The Ridings, August is marked by an average low-temperature of 70.5°F (21.4°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August 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.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for 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

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

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In The Ridings, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
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 The Ridings, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in The Ridings are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in The Ridings in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in The Ridings, is 83.3°F (28.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 70.5°F (21.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in The Ridings?

In The Ridings, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

What is the rainiest month in The Ridings?

August is the month with the most rainfall in The Ridings, Maryland. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in The Ridings?

In The Ridings, in August, during 14.3 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in The Ridings?

April through October are months without snowfall in The Ridings.

How many hours of daylight does The Ridings have in August?

The average day length in August in The Ridings is 13h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in The Ridings?

On the first day of August in The Ridings, 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 7:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in The Ridings?

In August, the average sunshine duration in The Ridings, Maryland, is 10.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in The Ridings?

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

How high is the UV index in August in The Ridings?

In The Ridings, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
The Ridings, MD

Average temperature in August - The Ridings, 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).

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Average pressure in August
The Ridings, MD

Average pressure in August - The Ridings, 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
The Ridings, MD

Average wind speed in August - The Ridings, 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).

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Average humidity in August
The Ridings, MD

Average humidity in August - The Ridings, 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
The Ridings, MD

Average rainfall in August - The Ridings, 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").

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Average rainfall days in August
The Ridings, MD

Average rainfall days in August - The Ridings, 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).

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Average snowfall in August
The Ridings, MD

Average snowfall in August - The Ridings, 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").

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Average snowfall days in August
The Ridings, MD

Average snowfall days in August - The Ridings, 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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
The Ridings, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - The Ridings, 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 3min

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).

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Average sunshine days in August
The Ridings, MD

Average sunshine days in August - The Ridings, 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).

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Average UV index in August
The Ridings, MD

Average UV index in August - The Ridings, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
The Ridings, MD

Average cloud cover in August - The Ridings, 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).

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Average visibility in August
The Ridings, MD

Average visibility in August - The Ridings, 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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