August weather forecast
Fruitland, MD

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Weather in August

The weather in August provides a little relief from the July heatwave. While the summer is still in full swing, a transition to lower temperature begins, setting the stage for the milder September. A crucial aspect during August is the rainfall with an annual high of 3.11" (79mm). Despite the showers, long daylight and the lingering summer warmth make outdoor events still enjoyable.

Temperature

With August's arrival, Fruitland notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Fruitland's temperature in August lowers to a consistent average of 69.1°F (20.6°C) during the nights.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Fruitland is 79%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.6 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Fruitland, Maryland, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Fruitland is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of August in Fruitland, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Fruitland is 10.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Fruitland. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. 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. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Fruitland during August?

In August, in Fruitland, the average high-temperature is 82.9°F (28.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 69.1°F (20.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', '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 Fruitland?

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Fruitland?

The month with the most rainfall in Fruitland is August, when the rain falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Fruitland in August?

In Fruitland, Maryland, in August, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Fruitland?

In Fruitland, Maryland, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Fruitland have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Fruitland?

On the first day of August in Fruitland, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Fruitland?

In Fruitland, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Fruitland?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Fruitland?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Fruitland is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Fruitland, MD

Average temperature in August - Fruitland, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 69.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

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Average pressure in August
Fruitland, MD

Average pressure in August - Fruitland, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Fruitland, MD

Average wind speed in August - Fruitland, MD
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Fruitland, MD

Average humidity in August - Fruitland, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Fruitland, MD

Average rainfall in August - Fruitland, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in August
Fruitland, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Fruitland, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Fruitland, MD

Average snowfall in August - Fruitland, MD
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
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
Fruitland, MD

Average snowfall days in August - Fruitland, MD
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.6 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
Fruitland, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fruitland, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Fruitland, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Fruitland, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Fruitland, MD

Average UV index in August - Fruitland, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Fruitland, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Fruitland, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Fruitland, MD

Average visibility in August - Fruitland, 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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