August weather forecast
Stanhope, NJ

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Stanhope, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 80.8°F (27.1°C).

Temperature

The introduction of August notes a subtle temperature variation to a still moderately hot 80.8°F (27.1°C) from July's 82.9°F (28.3°C). In the month of August, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is appraised at a hot 86°F (30°C). Exhaustion becomes probable with enduring exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Stanhope, during August, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.3 rainfall days, and 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Stanhope, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Stanhope, is 80.8°F (27.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 61.3°F (16.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Stanhope, in August, during 15.9 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Stanhope, the average day length in August is 13h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Stanhope?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Stanhope have in August?

In Stanhope, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Stanhope, NJ

Average temperature in August - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Stanhope, NJ

Average pressure in August - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"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
Stanhope, NJ

Average wind speed in August - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Stanhope, NJ

Average humidity in August - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Stanhope, NJ

Average rainfall in August - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in August
Stanhope, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Stanhope, NJ

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Stanhope, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Stanhope, NJ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Stanhope, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Stanhope, NJ

Average UV index in August - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Stanhope, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
Stanhope, NJ

Average visibility in August - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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