August weather forecast
Cherry Hill, NJ

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Weather in August

August maintains the summer heat but scales back slightly from July's intensity. Despite being a month of warmth, rainfall is slightly higher at 1.46" (37mm). The sunshine hours decrease marginally, signaling the onset of fall in the forthcoming weeks. However, UV index remains high, warranting appropriate skin protection. To put it succinctly, August captures the essence of late summer with warmth, rain and high UV levels.

Temperature

Cherry Hill experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C) with the onset of August, maintaining near parity with July's 86.5°F (30.3°C). Cherry Hill's nighttime temperature in August drops to an average of 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.4 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cherry Hill, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Cherry Hill, is 84.2°F (29°C), while the average low-temperature is 68.5°F (20.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 71%.

What is the wettest month in Cherry Hill?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.4 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Cherry Hill, during August, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Cherry Hill, snow does not fall in June through October.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Cherry Hill?

In Cherry Hill, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Cherry Hill, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average temperature in August - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average pressure in August - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 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).

Average wind speed in August
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average wind speed in August - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average humidity in August - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average rainfall in August - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in August
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average snowfall in August - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average snowfall days in August - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.6 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
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Cherry Hill, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

Average UV index in August
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average UV index in August - Cherry Hill, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average visibility in August - Cherry Hill, 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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