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 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
The average high-temperature during August is a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Elkton observes a distinct decrease from peak daytime temperatures, with an average low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) throughout the month of August.Heat index
August's heat index is calculated to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Long-lasting exposure and activity potentially induce a sense of weariness, with the risk of heat cramps.Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Elkton is 76%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 6.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Elkton, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Elkton is 13h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Elkton, Virginia, is 10h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: During August, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Elkton, VA
- Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 60.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Elkton, VA
- Average pressure in August: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Elkton, VA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in August
Elkton, VA
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Elkton, VA
- Average rainfall in August: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.16").
Average rainfall days in August
Elkton, VA
- Average rainfall days in August: 6.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (7.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Elkton, VA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Elkton, VA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Elkton, VA
- 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Elkton, VA
- Average sunshine days in August: 21.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April, May and August (21.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Elkton, VA
- 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Elkton, VA
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in August
Elkton, VA
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are July and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).
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