August weather forecastLawrenceville, NJ

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Lawrenceville, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

As Lawrenceville transitions from July to August, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C), nearly the same as the previous 85.1°F (29.5°C). Throughout August, Lawrenceville records an average temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) at night.

Heat index

The heat index in August is computed to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Lawrenceville, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Lawrenceville, in August, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lawrenceville, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.1 days and collects up to 16.5" (419mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall in Lawrenceville.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of August in Lawrenceville, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Lawrenceville, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Lawrenceville are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Lawrenceville, in August, the average high-temperature is 82.9°F (28.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 65.8°F (18.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

In August, the average relative humidity in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, is 74%.

In Lawrenceville, New Jersey, in August, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

June through October are months without snowfall in Lawrenceville, New Jersey.

In Lawrenceville, New Jersey, the average day length in August is 13h and 43min.

On the first day of August in Lawrenceville, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in August in Lawrenceville is 10.2h.

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Lawrenceville, New Jersey.

In Lawrenceville, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Lawrenceville, NJ

  • Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Lawrenceville, 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
Lawrenceville, NJ

  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Lawrenceville, NJ

  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Lawrenceville, NJ

  • Average rainfall in August: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in August
Lawrenceville, NJ

  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Lawrenceville, NJ

  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Lawrenceville, NJ

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Lawrenceville, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 12min

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).

Average sunshine days in August
Lawrenceville, NJ

  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Lawrenceville, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Lawrenceville, NJ

  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Lawrenceville, 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).