August weather forecast
Madison, NJ

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Madison, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between max 81.9°F (27.7°C) and min 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

The commencement of August records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C), barely varying from July's 83.7°F (28.7°C). Madison witnesses an average low-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C) throughout the month of August.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is computed to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. 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 'real feel', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

April and August, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Madison, during August, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Madison.

Daylight

In Madison, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, in Madison, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Madison is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Madison, New Jersey, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Madison?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Madison, is 81.9°F (27.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 64.2°F (17.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Madison?

April and August, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Madison.

What is the average humidity in August in Madison?

The average relative humidity in August in Madison is 74%.

How many days does it rain in August in Madison?

In August, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout August, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Madison?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Madison have in August?

In Madison, the average day length in August is 13h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Madison?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Madison, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Madison?

In Madison, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Madison?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Madison?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Madison is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Madison, NJ

Average temperature in August - Madison, NJ
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Madison, NJ

Average pressure in August - Madison, NJ
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"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).

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Average wind speed in August
Madison, NJ

Average wind speed in August - Madison, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Madison, NJ

Average humidity in August - Madison, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Madison, NJ

Average rainfall in August - Madison, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in August
Madison, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - Madison, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Madison, NJ

Average snowfall in August - Madison, NJ
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Madison, NJ

Average snowfall days in August - Madison, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Madison, NJ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Madison, NJ
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Madison, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - Madison, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Madison, NJ

Average UV index in August - Madison, 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
Madison, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - Madison, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in August
Madison, NJ

Average visibility in August - Madison, 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).

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