August weather forecast
West Friendship, MD

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Weather in August

August continues to preserve the heat from July, albeit with a slight drop in temperature, and remains a prime month for enjoying summer activities in West Friendship. The maximum temperature during the month is observed to be 83.8°F (28.8°C). The frequency of rainfall tends to increase compared to July, introducing occasional downpours that provide a refreshing respite from the heat. However, August remains mostly dry and sunny, providing long days and lots of sunshine. The city continues to be lively with summer events and outdoor activities in full swing during this month.

Temperature

Entering August in West Friendship, Maryland, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C), exhibiting a minimal shift from July's 85.8°F (29.9°C). In the month of August, West Friendship experiences an average low-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in West Friendship is 73%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In West Friendship, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in West Friendship is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in West Friendship. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August translates into these guidelines:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in West Friendship in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in West Friendship, is 83.8°F (28.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 67.3°F (19.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in West Friendship?

In August, the average relative humidity in West Friendship is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in West Friendship?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in West Friendship in August?

In August, in West Friendship, Maryland, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout August, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in West Friendship?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in West Friendship?

In August, the average day length in West Friendship is 13h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in West Friendship?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in West Friendship?

The average sunshine duration in August in West Friendship, Maryland, is 10.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in West Friendship?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in West Friendship?

In West Friendship, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
West Friendship, MD

Average temperature in August - West Friendship, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
West Friendship, MD

Average pressure in August - West Friendship, 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
West Friendship, MD

Average wind speed in August - West Friendship, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
West Friendship, MD

Average humidity in August - West Friendship, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
West Friendship, MD

Average rainfall in August - West Friendship, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in August
West Friendship, MD

Average rainfall days in August - West Friendship, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
West Friendship, MD

Average snowfall in August - West Friendship, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
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
West Friendship, MD

Average snowfall days in August - West Friendship, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 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
West Friendship, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - West Friendship, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
West Friendship, MD

Average sunshine days in August - West Friendship, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in August
West Friendship, MD

Average UV index in August - West Friendship, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
West Friendship, MD

Average cloud cover in August - West Friendship, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
West Friendship, MD

Average visibility in August - West Friendship, 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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