August weather forecast
River Edge, NJ

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in River Edge, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 82.9°F (28.3°C).

Temperature

With August's advent, River Edge sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C), subtly shifted from July's 84.7°F (29.3°C). During the month of August, River Edge experiences a steady low-temperature average of 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is appraised at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). If one stays active during extended exposure, it might induce fatigue and result in heat cramps.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In River Edge, in August, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159.3 rainfall days, and 31.34" (796mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In River Edge, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in River Edge is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in River Edge are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in River Edge in August?

In August, in River Edge, the average high-temperature is 82.9°F (28.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 67.6°F (19.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in River Edge?

The least humid month in River Edge, New Jersey, is August, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in August in River Edge?

In River Edge, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in August is 69%.

How many days does it rain in August in River Edge?

In River Edge, New Jersey, in August, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in River Edge?

May through October are months without snowfall in River Edge.

What is the average length of the day in August in River Edge?

In River Edge, New Jersey, the average day length in August is 13h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in River Edge?

On the first day of August in River Edge, New Jersey, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in River Edge?

The average sunshine duration in August in River Edge is 10.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in River Edge?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in River Edge?

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

Average temperature in August - River Edge, NJ
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 67.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
River Edge, NJ

Average pressure in August - River Edge, NJ
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
River Edge, NJ

Average wind speed in August - River Edge, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
River Edge, NJ

Average humidity in August - River Edge, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

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Average rainfall in August
River Edge, NJ

Average rainfall in August - River Edge, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in August
River Edge, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - River Edge, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
River Edge, NJ

Average snowfall in August - River Edge, NJ
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
River Edge, NJ

Average snowfall days in August - River Edge, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
River Edge, NJ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - River Edge, NJ
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
River Edge, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - River Edge, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
River Edge, NJ

Average UV index in August - River Edge, 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
River Edge, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - River Edge, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in August
River Edge, NJ

Average visibility in August - River Edge, 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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