August weather forecast
Kentland, MD

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Kentland, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 68.7°F (20.4°C) and an average high of 85.1°F (29.5°C).

Temperature

Kentland experiences an average high-temperature of a warm 85.1°F (29.5°C) in August, marking an insignificant shift from 87.4°F (30.8°C) in July. An average minimum temperature of 68.7°F (20.4°C) is recorded during the month of August.

Heat index

The heat index in August is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 72%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through November are months without snowfall in Kentland.

Daylight

In Kentland, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of August, in Kentland, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. 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.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?

In Kentland, 85.1°F (29.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 68.7°F (20.4°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Kentland, the average relative humidity in August is 72%.

What is the rainiest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Kentland, in August, during 15.8 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Kentland, snow does not fall in May through November.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:18 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 Kentland, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Kentland, MD
  • Average high temperature in August: 85.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Kentland, MD

Average pressure in August - Kentland, 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).

Average wind speed in August
Kentland, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Kentland, MD

Average humidity in August - Kentland, MD
  • Average humidity in August: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Kentland, MD

Average rainfall in August - Kentland, MD
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in August
Kentland, MD

Average rainfall days in August - Kentland, MD
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Kentland, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Kentland, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Kentland, MD

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Kentland, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kentland, MD

Average sunshine days in August - Kentland, MD
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Kentland, MD

Average UV index in August - Kentland, 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
Kentland, MD

Average cloud cover in August - Kentland, MD
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

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

Average visibility in August
Kentland, MD

Average visibility in August - Kentland, 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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