August weather forecast
Walnut Lake, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Walnut Lake, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 83.3°F (28.5°C) and an average low of 70.5°F (21.4°C).

Temperature

Walnut Lake's weather in August displays an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.3°F (28.5°C), showing minor disparity from July's 84.7°F (29.3°C). Walnut Lake encounters an average low-temperature of 70.5°F (21.4°C) during August nights.

Heat index

The heat index for August is evaluated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). If one stays active during extended exposure, it might induce fatigue and result in heat cramps.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

In Walnut Lake, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Walnut Lake, Maryland, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Walnut Lake, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August in Walnut Lake, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Walnut Lake, 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 in Walnut Lake. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Walnut Lake in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 83.3°F (28.5°C) and a low-temperature of 70.5°F (21.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Walnut Lake?

In August, the average relative humidity in Walnut Lake is 74%.

What is the wettest month in Walnut Lake?

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

How much does it rain in Walnut Lake in August?

In Walnut Lake, during August, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Walnut Lake?

April through October are months without snowfall in Walnut Lake, Maryland.

How many hours of daylight does Walnut Lake have in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Walnut Lake?

On the first day of August in Walnut Lake, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Walnut Lake have in August?

In Walnut Lake, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Walnut Lake?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Walnut Lake?

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

Average temperature in August - Walnut Lake, 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
Walnut Lake, MD

Average pressure in August - Walnut Lake, 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
Walnut Lake, MD

Average wind speed in August - Walnut Lake, 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
Walnut Lake, MD

Average humidity in August - Walnut Lake, 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
Walnut Lake, MD

Average rainfall in August - Walnut Lake, 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
Walnut Lake, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Walnut Lake, 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
Walnut Lake, MD

Average snowfall in August - Walnut Lake, 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
Walnut Lake, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Walnut Lake, 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
Walnut Lake, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Walnut Lake, 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
Walnut Lake, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Walnut Lake, 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
Walnut Lake, MD

Average UV index in August - Walnut Lake, 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
Walnut Lake, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Walnut Lake, 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
Walnut Lake, MD

Average visibility in August - Walnut Lake, 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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