August weather forecast
Fort Lee, NJ

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Fort Lee, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 82°F (27.8°C) and an average low of 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

Fort Lee's shift from July to August is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82°F (27.8°C), a slight deviation from 83.8°F (28.8°C). Nighttime temperatures in Fort Lee consistently average a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C) during August.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 86°F (30°C). Exhaustion becomes probable with enduring exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.

Humidity

August is the least humid month in Fort Lee, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Fort Lee, in August, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fort Lee, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.4 days and collects up to 10.2" (259mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Fort Lee, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 45min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Fort Lee is 10.4h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Fort Lee. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Fort Lee in August?

In Fort Lee, in August, the average high-temperature is 82°F (27.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 68.5°F (20.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Fort Lee?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, August is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in August in Fort Lee?

In August, the average relative humidity in Fort Lee is 70%.

How much does it rain in Fort Lee in August?

In Fort Lee, New Jersey, in August, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Fort Lee?

April through October are months without snowfall in Fort Lee, New Jersey.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Lee have in August?

In August, the average day length in Fort Lee, New Jersey, is 13h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Fort Lee?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Lee, New Jersey, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Lee have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Fort Lee, New Jersey, is 10.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Fort Lee?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Fort Lee?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort Lee, New Jersey, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Fort Lee, NJ

Average temperature in August - Fort Lee, NJ
  • Average high temperature in August: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Fort Lee, NJ

Average pressure in August - Fort Lee, NJ
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Fort Lee, NJ

Average wind speed in August - Fort Lee, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Fort Lee, NJ

Average humidity in August - Fort Lee, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

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Average rainfall in August
Fort Lee, NJ

Average rainfall in August - Fort Lee, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in August
Fort Lee, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - Fort Lee, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Fort Lee, NJ

Average snowfall in August - Fort Lee, NJ
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Fort Lee, NJ

Average snowfall days in August - Fort Lee, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fort Lee, NJ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fort Lee, 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: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Fort Lee, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - Fort Lee, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Fort Lee, NJ

Average UV index in August - Fort Lee, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Fort Lee, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - Fort Lee, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Fort Lee, NJ

Average visibility in August - Fort Lee, 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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