August weather forecast
Margate City, NJ

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Weather in August

August brings a slight retreat in Margate City's fiery summer with the temperature dropping to a comfortable 80.2°F (26.8°C). Although, the high humidity causes frequent rain showers, leading to the highest rainfall of 2.01" (51mm). The daylight hours, however, start to recede, signaling the slow dissolution of summer. Enjoying the last vestiges of the peak sea temperature, residents continue to indulge in water activities. The city becomes a haven for tourists for its pleasant weather and quality beach days.

Temperature

The average high-temperature during August registers at a still moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. An average low-temperature of 70.7°F (21.5°C) is expected during August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: Consideration of an individual's cold resistance, combined with conditions like sunshine, wind, and temperature, suggests that swimming in 76.6°F (24.8°C) water can be delightful. (Olympic swimming is usually in 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C) water.)

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Margate City is 10.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be on guard! The reflective nature of sand and water boosts UV exposure.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Margate City, is 80.2°F (26.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 70.7°F (21.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Margate City, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 14.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Margate City in August?

In August, in Margate City, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout August, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

When is the ocean warmest?

With an average ocean temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater.

What is the ocean temperature in August?

In Margate City, the average seawater temperature in August is 76.6°F (24.8°C). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 76.6°F (24.8°C) water.

How many hours of daylight does Margate City have in August?

In Margate City, the average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Margate City have in August?

In Margate City, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Margate City, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Margate City, NJ

Average temperature in August - Margate City, NJ
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Margate City, NJ

Average pressure in August - Margate City, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Margate City, NJ

Average wind speed in August - Margate City, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

Average humidity in August
Margate City, NJ

Average humidity in August - Margate City, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Margate City, NJ

Average rainfall in August - Margate City, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in August
Margate City, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - Margate City, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Margate City, NJ

Average snowfall in August - Margate City, NJ
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Margate City, NJ

Average snowfall days in August - Margate City, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Margate City, NJ

Average sea temperature in August - Margate City, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in August: 76.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.3°F).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Margate City, NJ

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Margate City, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - Margate City, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Margate City, NJ

Average UV index in August - Margate City, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Margate City, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - Margate City, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in August
Margate City, NJ

Average visibility in August - Margate City, 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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