August weather forecast
Water Oak Forest, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Water Oak Forest, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 69.1°F (20.6°C) and 83.7°F (28.7°C).

Temperature

Water Oak Forest, Maryland, registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.7°F (28.7°C) with the arrival of August, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. During August, an average low-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C) is observed in Water Oak Forest.

Heat index

August's heat index is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.

Humidity

In Water Oak Forest, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Water Oak Forest. Rain falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Water Oak Forest.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Water Oak Forest 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

In August, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Water Oak Forest, Maryland, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Water Oak Forest in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Water Oak Forest, records 83.7°F (28.7°C), while the low-temperature is 69.1°F (20.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Water Oak Forest?

In Water Oak Forest, Maryland, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the wettest month in Water Oak Forest?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Water Oak Forest. Rain falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Water Oak Forest in August?

In August, in Water Oak Forest, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout August, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Water Oak Forest?

In Water Oak Forest, Maryland, snow does not fall in May through October.

How many hours of daylight does Water Oak Forest have in August?

In August, the average day length in Water Oak Forest is 13h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Water Oak Forest?

On the first day of August in Water Oak Forest, 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 Water Oak Forest?

The average sunshine duration in August in Water Oak Forest, Maryland, is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Water Oak Forest?

The months with the highest UV index in Water Oak Forest are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Water Oak Forest?

In Water Oak Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Water Oak Forest, MD

Average temperature in August - Water Oak Forest, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 69.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Water Oak Forest, MD

Average pressure in August - Water Oak Forest, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Water Oak Forest, MD

Average wind speed in August - Water Oak Forest, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Water Oak Forest, MD

Average humidity in August - Water Oak Forest, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

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
Water Oak Forest, MD

Average rainfall in August - Water Oak Forest, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in August
Water Oak Forest, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Water Oak Forest, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Water Oak Forest, MD

Average snowfall in August - Water Oak Forest, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Water Oak Forest, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Water Oak Forest, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Water Oak Forest, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Water Oak Forest, 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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Water Oak Forest, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Water Oak Forest, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Water Oak Forest, MD

Average UV index in August - Water Oak Forest, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Water Oak Forest, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Water Oak Forest, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

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
Water Oak Forest, MD

Average visibility in August - Water Oak Forest, 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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