August weather forecast
West Cape May, NJ

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in West Cape May, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 78.6°F (25.9°C) and 73°F (22.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of August marks an average high-temperature of a still warm 78.6°F (25.9°C), hardly differing from July's 79.3°F (26.3°C). West Cape May experiences an average nighttime temperature of 73°F (22.8°C) in August, reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in West Cape May is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In West Cape May, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in West Cape May is 10.5h.

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 health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 78.6°F (25.9°C) and 73°F (22.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August in West Cape May, New Jersey, is 77%.

What is the wettest month in West Cape May?

The month with the most rainfall in West Cape May is August, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout August, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:10 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?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

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

Average temperature in August - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 73°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in August
West Cape May, NJ

Average pressure in August - West Cape May, 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
West Cape May, NJ

Average wind speed in August - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2mph).

Average humidity in August
West Cape May, NJ

Average humidity in August - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in August
West Cape May, NJ

Average rainfall in August - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in August
West Cape May, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
West Cape May, NJ

Average snowfall in August - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in August
West Cape May, NJ

Average snowfall days in August - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
West Cape May, NJ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - West Cape May, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
West Cape May, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in August
West Cape May, NJ

Average UV index in August - West Cape May, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
West Cape May, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in August
West Cape May, NJ

Average visibility in August - West Cape May, 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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