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
August's weather records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C), showing little deviation from July. During August, Basking Ridge experiences an average low-temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C) at night.Heat index
The heat index for August is evaluated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Remaining active during long-lasting exposure could cause fatigue, leading to heat cramps.In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Humidity
In Basking Ridge, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In Basking Ridge, in August, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 9.9h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Basking Ridge, NJ
- Average high temperature in August: 81.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Basking Ridge, NJ
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Basking Ridge, NJ
- Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Basking Ridge, NJ
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Basking Ridge, NJ
- Average rainfall in August: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in August
Basking Ridge, NJ
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Basking Ridge, NJ
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Basking Ridge, NJ
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 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
Basking Ridge, NJ
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Basking Ridge, NJ
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Basking Ridge, NJ
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Basking Ridge, NJ
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in August
Basking Ridge, NJ
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June and September (5mi).
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