August weather forecast
Middletown, NJ

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Weather in August

Temperatures in August remain consistent with July's summer peak. However, subtle signs of change become perceptible by the month's end. August experiences ample rainfall of about 1.65" (42mm). Although the average daylight slightly decreases, the sun still shines for long hours. The sustained warm temperatures combined with decreasing daylight signal the impending transition to fall.

Temperature

Entering August, Middletown's average high-temperature reads a still moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. August is noted for a mean low-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Humidity

In Middletown, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Middletown, during August, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127 rainfall days, and 12.99" (330mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Middletown, snow does not fall in April through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine 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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Middletown, is 80.1°F (26.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 70.3°F (21.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout August, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Middletown, snow does not fall in April through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Middletown, the average day length in August is 13h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, 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.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Middletown, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Middletown, NJ

Average temperature in August - Middletown, NJ
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.1°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 (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 70.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Middletown, NJ

Average pressure in August - Middletown, 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
Middletown, NJ

Average wind speed in August - Middletown, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Middletown, NJ

Average humidity in August - Middletown, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Middletown, NJ

Average rainfall in August - Middletown, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in August
Middletown, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - Middletown, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Middletown, NJ

Average snowfall in August - Middletown, NJ
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Middletown, NJ

Average snowfall days in August - Middletown, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.7 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
Middletown, NJ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Middletown, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Middletown, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - Middletown, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Middletown, NJ

Average UV index in August - Middletown, 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
Middletown, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - Middletown, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Middletown, NJ

Average visibility in August - Middletown, 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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