August weather forecast
Maplewood, NJ

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Weather in August

August weather in Maplewood remains similar to July, albeit with slightly reduced temperatures. A consistent feature of the summer months, the long daylight hours, and excess sunshine continue into August. This month also marks an end to the rising trend of rainfall days and inches experienced since April. The slight drop in rainfall results in slightly lower humidity levels compared to July.

Temperature

August in Maplewood brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C), nearly identical to the preceding month. The nights of August anticipate an average low-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is computed to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Maplewood are April and August, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Maplewood, in August, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Maplewood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.3 days and collects up to 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Maplewood, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Maplewood, New Jersey, 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 Maplewood, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Maplewood, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Maplewood?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Maplewood, is 81.9°F (27.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 66.7°F (19.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Maplewood?

The months with the lowest humidity in Maplewood, New Jersey, are April and August, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in August in Maplewood?

In August, the average relative humidity in Maplewood is 72%.

How much does it rain in Maplewood in August?

In Maplewood, New Jersey, during August, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Maplewood?

May through September are months without snowfall in Maplewood.

What is the average length of the day in August in Maplewood?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Maplewood?

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 Maplewood, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Maplewood have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Maplewood is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Maplewood?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Maplewood?

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

Average temperature in August - Maplewood, 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 (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 66.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Maplewood, NJ

Average pressure in August - Maplewood, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Maplewood, NJ

Average wind speed in August - Maplewood, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Maplewood, NJ

Average humidity in August - Maplewood, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Maplewood, NJ

Average rainfall in August - Maplewood, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in August
Maplewood, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - Maplewood, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Maplewood, NJ

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Maplewood, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Maplewood, 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 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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Maplewood, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - Maplewood, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Maplewood, NJ

Average UV index in August - Maplewood, 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
Maplewood, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - Maplewood, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Maplewood, NJ

Average visibility in August - Maplewood, 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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