August weather forecast
Somers Point, NJ

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Somers Point, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average low of 71.2°F (21.8°C) and an average high of 80.2°F (26.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of August marks an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C), hardly differing from July's 80.8°F (27.1°C). In Somers Point, the month of August brings a consistent average low-temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C), slightly cooler than its daytime highs.

Humidity

In Somers Point, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are May, July and August, with an average 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April, June through October are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: The allure of a swim in 76.6°F (24.8°C) waters can be influenced by your feelings towards the cold, today's sunshine, the wind's touch, and the ambient warmth. To put it in perspective, Olympic standards demand water temperatures of 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C).

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be on guard! The reflective nature of sand and water boosts UV exposure.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

Somers Point in August has an average high-temperature of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Somers Point?

The wettest months are May, July and August, with an average 0.75" (19mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout August, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April, June through October are months without snowfall.

When is the ocean warmest?

With an average ocean temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater.

What is the ocean temperature in August?

In August, the average ocean temperature is 76.6°F (24.8°C). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 76.6°F (24.8°C) water.

How many hours of daylight does Somers Point have in August?

In Somers Point, New Jersey, 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 5:59 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.7h.

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 reading in August?

In Somers Point, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Somers Point, NJ

Average temperature in August - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 71.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Somers Point, NJ

Average pressure in August - Somers Point, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Somers Point, NJ

Average wind speed in August - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

Average humidity in August
Somers Point, NJ

Average humidity in August - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Somers Point, NJ

Average rainfall in August - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.75"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (0.75").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in August
Somers Point, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Somers Point, NJ

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Somers Point, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Somers Point, NJ

Average sea temperature in August - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in August: 76.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.3°F).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Somers Point, NJ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Somers Point, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Somers Point, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Somers Point, NJ

Average UV index in August - Somers Point, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Somers Point, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in August
Somers Point, NJ

Average visibility in August - Somers Point, 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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