August weather forecast
Florham Park, NJ

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Florham Park, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 81.9°F (27.7°C) and min 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

Florham Park's August reports an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C), exhibiting a minor difference from July. In Florham Park, August's nights observe an average temperature dip to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is estimated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important 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

The months with the lowest humidity are April and August, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Florham Park, during August, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Florham Park, New Jersey, there are 164.2 rainfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Florham Park, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Florham Park, the average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

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 risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Florham Park, is 81.9°F (27.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 64.2°F (17.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

April and August, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Florham Park, during August, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall in Florham Park.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Florham Park, the average day length in August is 13h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Florham Park?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Florham Park have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Florham Park?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value 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
Florham Park, NJ

Average temperature in August - Florham Park, NJ
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Florham Park, NJ

Average pressure in August - Florham Park, 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
Florham Park, NJ

Average wind speed in August - Florham Park, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Florham Park, NJ

Average humidity in August - Florham Park, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Florham Park, NJ

Average rainfall in August - Florham Park, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in August
Florham Park, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - Florham Park, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Florham Park, NJ

Average snowfall in August - Florham Park, NJ
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Florham Park, NJ

Average snowfall days in August - Florham Park, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Florham Park, NJ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Florham Park, NJ
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Florham Park, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - Florham Park, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Florham Park, NJ

Average UV index in August - Florham 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
Florham Park, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - Florham Park, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
Florham Park, NJ

Average visibility in August - Florham 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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