August weather forecast
Richland, NJ

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Richland, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 67.6°F (19.8°C) and an average high of 82.6°F (28.1°C).

Temperature

During August, the average high-temperature is a still warm 82.6°F (28.1°C), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. Richland registers a consistent average low-temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) during August.

Heat index

August's heat index is computed to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Richland, during August, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 119.7 rainfall days, and 15" (381mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Richland is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Richland is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Richland, is 82.6°F (28.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 67.6°F (19.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Richland?

In Richland, during August, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Richland have in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Richland, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

When is 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 Richland?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Richland, NJ

Average temperature in August - Richland, NJ
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in August
Richland, NJ

Average pressure in August - Richland, 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
Richland, NJ

Average wind speed in August - Richland, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Richland, NJ

Average humidity in August - Richland, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, September and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Richland, NJ

Average rainfall in August - Richland, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in August
Richland, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - Richland, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Richland, NJ

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Richland, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Richland, NJ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Richland, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Richland, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - Richland, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Richland, NJ

Average UV index in August - Richland, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Richland, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - Richland, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Richland, NJ

Average visibility in August - Richland, 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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