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 sea temperature 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 average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 79.5°F (26.4°C) in August, hardly different from the 80.2°F (26.8°C) recorded in July. August's average low temperature is a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C), displaying a subtle drop from its daily peak.Humidity
In Highlands, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.Rainfall
In Highlands, in August, during 12.3 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Highlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.1 days and collects up to 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Highlands, New Jersey, snow does not fall in April through September and November.Ocean temperature
August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 74.7°F (23.7°C).Note: For someone not comfortable with cold, swimming in 74.7°F (23.7°C) waters might be a stretch. However, with favorable conditions like abundant sunshine, mild wind, and warm air temperatures, the experience can be improved. And while wetsuits are not a must, they can be considered.
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 44min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Warning! The reflection of sand and water increases the UV dose.
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Average temperature in August
Highlands, NJ
- Average high temperature in August: 79.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 70.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Highlands, 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
Highlands, NJ
- Average wind speed in August: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Highlands, NJ
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Highlands, NJ
- Average rainfall in August: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in August
Highlands, NJ
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Highlands, NJ
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Highlands, NJ
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Highlands, NJ
- Average sea temperature in August: 74.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.1°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Highlands, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Highlands, NJ
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).
Average UV index in August
Highlands, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Highlands, NJ
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Highlands, 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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