August weather forecast
Port Elizabeth, NJ

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Port Elizabeth, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 82°F (27.8°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

August's average high-temperature is a still warm 82°F (27.8°C), maintaining a close comparison with July's 83.3°F (28.5°C). During August, an average low-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) is observed in Port Elizabeth, New Jersey.

Heat index

The heat index in August is estimated at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Ongoing exposure and activity could lead to a state of exhaustion, with a chance of heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

In Port Elizabeth, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.2 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Port Elizabeth, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Port Elizabeth, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

The high-temperature during August is 82°F (27.8°C) and the low-temperature is 68.5°F (20.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.2 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Port Elizabeth, during August, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Port Elizabeth, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Port Elizabeth, the average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:11 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?

In Port Elizabeth, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Port Elizabeth, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Port Elizabeth, NJ

Average temperature in August - Port Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average high temperature in August: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Port Elizabeth, NJ

Average pressure in August - Port Elizabeth, 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
Port Elizabeth, NJ

Average wind speed in August - Port Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Port Elizabeth, NJ

Average humidity in August - Port Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Port Elizabeth, NJ

Average rainfall in August - Port Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in August
Port Elizabeth, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - Port Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Port Elizabeth, NJ

Average snowfall in August - Port Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Port Elizabeth, NJ

Average snowfall days in August - Port Elizabeth, 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 daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Port Elizabeth, NJ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Port Elizabeth, 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
Port Elizabeth, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - Port Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Port Elizabeth, NJ

Average UV index in August - Port Elizabeth, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Port Elizabeth, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - Port Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Port Elizabeth, NJ

Average visibility in August - Port Elizabeth, 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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