August weather forecastGillette, NJ
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Gillette, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 82°F (27.8°C) and min 65.5°F (18.6°C).Temperature
As Gillette welcomes August, the average high-temperature records at a still moderately hot 82°F (27.8°C), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. Gillette reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) in August.Heat index
August's mean heat index is estimated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). When exposure and activity are sustained, they could induce fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Gillette, in August, it is raining for 16.2 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.2 rainfall days, and 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall in Gillette, New Jersey.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, in Gillette, New Jersey, sunrise is at 6:24 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 risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Gillette, NJ
- Average high temperature in August: 82°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Gillette, 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
Gillette, NJ
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Gillette, NJ
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Gillette, NJ
- Average rainfall in August: 2.64"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in August
Gillette, NJ
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gillette, NJ
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Gillette, NJ
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gillette, 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
Gillette, NJ
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Gillette, 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
Gillette, NJ
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in August
Gillette, NJ
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
