August weather forecast
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Point Pleasant Beach, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 78.6°F (25.9°C) and an average low of 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

The transition into August is marked with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C), showing an insignificant shift from July's 79.5°F (26.4°C). August nights witness a mild cool down to an average low of 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Humidity

In Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Point Pleasant Beach, in August, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.1 rainfall days, and 34.13" (867mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Point Pleasant Beach, snow does not fall in May through October.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: When thinking about a swim in 74.8°F (23.8°C) waters, consider your cold tolerance, the day's sunshine, wind, and air temperature. It is a fun fact that Olympic swimmers dive into waters of 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C).

Daylight

In Point Pleasant Beach, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Point Pleasant Beach, the average sunshine in August is 10.6h.

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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Beware! The reflection of water and sand dramatically increases exposure to the UV rays.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 78.6°F (25.9°C) and 71.2°F (21.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Point Pleasant Beach?

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, during August, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Point Pleasant Beach?

May through October are months without snowfall in Point Pleasant Beach.

When is the ocean warmest in Point Pleasant Beach?

August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C).

What is the water temperature in August in Point Pleasant Beach?

In August, the average ocean temperature is 74.8°F (23.8°C). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 74.8°F (23.8°C) water.

How many hours of daylight does Point Pleasant Beach have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Point Pleasant Beach?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Point Pleasant Beach have in August?

In Point Pleasant Beach, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average temperature in August - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 71.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average pressure in August - Point Pleasant Beach, 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
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average wind speed in August - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average humidity in August - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average rainfall in August - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in August
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average snowfall in August - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average snowfall days in August - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average sea temperature in August - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in August: 74.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.4°F).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Point Pleasant Beach, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

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
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average UV index in August - Point Pleasant Beach, 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
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average visibility in August - Point Pleasant Beach, 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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