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
With the onset of August, the average high-temperature in Clifton stands at a still warm 82°F (27.8°C), closely aligned with July's 84.2°F (29°C). In August, Clifton encounters an average low-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) during the night.Heat index
In August, the heat index is appraised at a hot 86°F (30°C). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Humidity
The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 71%.Rainfall
In Clifton, during August, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 164.6 rainfall days, and 33.46" (850mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Clifton, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 45min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
June 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 risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. 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. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Average temperature in August
Clifton, NJ
- Average high temperature in August: 82°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Clifton, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Clifton, NJ
- Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Clifton, NJ
- Average humidity in August: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Clifton, NJ
- Average rainfall in August: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in August
Clifton, NJ
- Average rainfall days in August: 16 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Clifton, NJ
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Clifton, NJ
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Clifton, NJ
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Clifton, NJ
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Clifton, 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
Clifton, NJ
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Clifton, 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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