August weather forecastFranklin Park, NJ
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Franklin Park, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between min 67.1°F (19.5°C) and max 82.6°F (28.1°C).Temperature
Franklin Park notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.6°F (28.1°C) in August, hardly diverging from July. An average nighttime temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C) is recorded in Franklin Park, New Jersey, during August.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is estimated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are April and August, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
In Franklin Park, during August, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.3 rainfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Franklin Park, NJ
- Average high temperature in August: 82.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Franklin Park, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Franklin Park, NJ
- Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Franklin Park, NJ
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, October and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Franklin Park, NJ
- Average rainfall in August: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").
Average rainfall days in August
Franklin Park, NJ
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.7 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Franklin Park, NJ
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Franklin Park, NJ
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Franklin Park, NJ
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Franklin Park, NJ
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).
Average UV index in August
Franklin Park, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Franklin Park, NJ
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in August
Franklin Park, 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).
