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
The start of August sees the average high-temperature at a still warm 82.4°F (28°C), showing little difference from July's 84.4°F (29.1°C). The low-temperature average for Elmwood Park during August stands at an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Enduring exposure and ongoing activity could cause a sense of fatigue and subsequent heat cramps.Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. 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 months with the lowest humidity are April, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 16.1 days. Throughout August, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elmwood Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Elmwood Park, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 46min.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
In Elmwood Park, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Average temperature in August
Elmwood Park, NJ
- Average high temperature in August: 82.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Elmwood Park, 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
Elmwood Park, NJ
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Elmwood Park, NJ
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Elmwood Park, NJ
- Average rainfall in August: 2.6"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in August
Elmwood Park, NJ
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Elmwood Park, NJ
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Elmwood Park, NJ
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Elmwood Park, 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 1min
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 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Elmwood Park, NJ
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Elmwood Park, 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
Elmwood Park, NJ
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in August
Elmwood Park, NJ
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
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