Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average sea temperature in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
With the advent of August, West Ocean City experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. In August, West Ocean City's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a slight decrease, stabilizing at an average of 73.9°F (23.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In West Ocean City, during August, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.3 rainfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In West Ocean City, snow does not fall in April through October.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 77.5°F (25.3°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater in West Ocean City.Note: Water temperature between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C) is perceived as agreeably warm, making all water activities enjoyable without the risk of discomfort over lengthy durations.
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.7h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in West Ocean City are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. 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. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Attention! The combination of sand and water reflections enhances UV ray intensity.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in August in West Ocean City?
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How many hours of daylight does West Ocean City have in August?
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How high is the UV index in August in West Ocean City?
Average temperature in August
West Ocean City, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 79.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 73.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).
Average pressure in August
West Ocean City, MD
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
West Ocean City, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).
Average humidity in August
West Ocean City, MD
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).
Average rainfall in August
West Ocean City, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").
Average rainfall days in August
West Ocean City, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
West Ocean City, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
West Ocean City, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
West Ocean City, MD
- Average sea temperature in August: 77.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (41.9°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
West Ocean City, MD
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
West Ocean City, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).
Average UV index in August
West Ocean City, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
West Ocean City, MD
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
West Ocean City, 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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