August weather forecast
Absecon Highlands, NJ

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Absecon Highlands, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 81.1°F (27.3°C) and 70.5°F (21.4°C).

Temperature

Absecon Highlands experiences a transition to a still warm 81.1°F (27.3°C) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of August, not greatly differing from July's 81.3°F (27.4°C). Throughout August, the average low-temperature records at an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for 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 is 76%.

Rainfall

In Absecon Highlands, in August, during 13.9 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Absecon Highlands, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.6 days and collects up to 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Absecon Highlands, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August in Absecon Highlands, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Absecon Highlands, New Jersey, the average sunshine in August is 10.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. 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. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Absecon Highlands?

In August, in Absecon Highlands, the average high-temperature is 81.1°F (27.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 70.5°F (21.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Absecon Highlands?

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in Absecon Highlands in August?

In Absecon Highlands, in August, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Absecon Highlands?

May through October are months without snowfall in Absecon Highlands, New Jersey.

What is the average length of the day in August in Absecon Highlands?

The average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Absecon Highlands?

On the first day of August in Absecon Highlands, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Absecon Highlands have in August?

In Absecon Highlands, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Absecon Highlands?

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 in Absecon Highlands?

In Absecon Highlands, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Absecon Highlands, NJ

Average temperature in August - Absecon Highlands, NJ
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in August
Absecon Highlands, NJ

Average pressure in August - Absecon Highlands, NJ
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Absecon Highlands, NJ

Average wind speed in August - Absecon Highlands, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Absecon Highlands, NJ

Average humidity in August - Absecon Highlands, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Absecon Highlands, NJ

Average rainfall in August - Absecon Highlands, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in August
Absecon Highlands, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - Absecon Highlands, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Absecon Highlands, NJ

Average snowfall in August - Absecon Highlands, NJ
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Absecon Highlands, NJ

Average snowfall days in August - Absecon Highlands, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Absecon Highlands, NJ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Absecon Highlands, NJ
  • 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Absecon Highlands, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - Absecon Highlands, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (14.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Absecon Highlands, NJ

Average UV index in August - Absecon Highlands, NJ
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Absecon Highlands, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - Absecon Highlands, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Absecon Highlands, NJ

Average visibility in August - Absecon Highlands, NJ
  • 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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