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
Fords sees the arrival of August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 81.3°F (27.4°C), indicating a subtle variation from July. During August, the nighttime temperature averages to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C).Heat index
The heat index value during August is estimated at a tropical 86°F (30°C). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are March, April, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
In Fords, in August, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fords, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Fords, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Average temperature in August
Fords, NJ
- Average high temperature in August: 81.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°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 (25.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Fords, 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
Fords, NJ
- Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Fords, NJ
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April, August and November (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Fords, NJ
- Average rainfall in August: 2.91"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in August
Fords, NJ
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Fords, NJ
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Fords, NJ
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Fords, 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: 10h and 2min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Fords, NJ
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Fords, 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
Fords, 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 July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Fords, 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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