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
August reports an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.6°F (28.1°C), slightly varied from July's 84°F (28.9°C). Nighttime temperatures in August average to a comfortable 67.5°F (19.7°C) in Highland Park.Heat index
The average heat index in August is estimated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Ongoing activity coupled with exposure often results in weariness and could induce heat cramps.Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. 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 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are April and August, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In Highland Park, in August, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.8 rainfall days, and 8.98" (228mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Highland Park, 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
The average sunshine in August in Highland Park is 10h.UV index
May 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: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Highland Park, NJ
- Average high temperature in August: 82.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).
Average pressure in August
Highland 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
Highland Park, NJ
- Average wind speed in August: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.1mph).
Average humidity in August
Highland Park, NJ
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Highland Park, NJ
- Average rainfall in August: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").
Average rainfall days in August
Highland Park, NJ
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Highland Park, NJ
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Highland Park, NJ
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Highland Park, 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 0min
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
Highland Park, NJ
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Highland Park, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Highland Park, NJ
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in August
Highland Park, 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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