August weather forecast
North Cape May, NJ

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in North Cape May, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average low of 73°F (22.8°C) and an average high of 78.6°F (25.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C), nearly matching the July temperature. Throughout August, a modest shift from daytime highs is anticipated, with an average low-temperature of 73°F (22.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In North Cape May, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.5h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

In August, in North Cape May, the average high-temperature is 78.6°F (25.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 73°F (22.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In North Cape May, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In North Cape May, during August, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In North Cape May, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does North Cape May have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in North Cape May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
North Cape May, NJ

Average temperature in August - North Cape May, NJ
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 73°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in August
North Cape May, NJ

Average pressure in August - North Cape May, NJ
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
North Cape May, NJ

Average wind speed in August - North Cape May, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2mph).

Average humidity in August
North Cape May, NJ

Average humidity in August - North Cape May, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in August
North Cape May, NJ

Average rainfall in August - North Cape May, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in August
North Cape May, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - North Cape May, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
North Cape May, NJ

Average snowfall in August - North Cape May, NJ
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in August
North Cape May, NJ

Average snowfall days in August - North Cape May, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
North Cape May, NJ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - North Cape May, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
North Cape May, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - North Cape May, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in August
North Cape May, NJ

Average UV index in August - North Cape May, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
North Cape May, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - North Cape May, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in August
North Cape May, NJ

Average visibility in August - North Cape May, 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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