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
At the onset of August, Gapland records an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C), showing little deviation from the preceding month. Throughout the month of August, Gapland sees a steady low-temperature average of 63.3°F (17.4°C).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Humidity
In Gapland, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In Gapland, Maryland, during August, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.3 rainfall days, and 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Gapland, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Gapland is 13h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of August, in Gapland, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Gapland, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.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 risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. 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. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Frequently asked questions
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How much does it rain in Gapland in August?
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How many hours of daylight does Gapland have in August?
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Average temperature in August
Gapland, MD
- Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Gapland, MD
- 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Gapland, MD
- Average wind speed in August: 4.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Gapland, MD
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Gapland, MD
- Average rainfall in August: 3.03"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").
Average rainfall days in August
Gapland, MD
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gapland, MD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Gapland, MD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gapland, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gapland, MD
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Gapland, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Gapland, MD
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Gapland, MD
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).
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