Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The advent of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82°F (27.8°C), almost identical to the preceding month. During the month of August, an average low-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) is recorded in Dorchester.Heat index
The heat index for August is appraised at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). With ongoing exposure and activity, one might experience weariness, and heat cramps could ensue.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for 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 Dorchester, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 14.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Dorchester, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Dorchester, New Jersey, 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
In August, the average sunshine in Dorchester, New Jersey, is 10.6h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Dorchester, New Jersey. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in August in Dorchester?
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How many hours of daylight does Dorchester have in August?
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Dorchester?
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Average temperature in August
Dorchester, 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
Dorchester, 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
Dorchester, 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
Dorchester, 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
Dorchester, 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
Dorchester, 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
Dorchester, 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
Dorchester, 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
Dorchester, 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
Dorchester, 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
Dorchester, 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
Dorchester, 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
Dorchester, 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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