August weather forecast
Riverside, NJ

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Riverside, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 67.6°F (19.8°C) and an average high of 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

August's presence marks an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C), subtly varied from July's 85.8°F (29.9°C). The average temperature during August nights dips to a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August is appraised at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
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 individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant 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

In Riverside, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

In August, in Riverside, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout August, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Riverside, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.2 days and collects up to 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Riverside?

In Riverside, in August, the average high-temperature is 83.8°F (28.8°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 calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Riverside?

The average relative humidity in August in Riverside, New Jersey, is 73%.

How much does it rain in Riverside in August?

In Riverside, in August, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Riverside?

June through October are months without snowfall in Riverside.

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

The average day length in August in Riverside is 13h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Riverside?

On the first day of August in Riverside, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Riverside?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Riverside?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Riverside?

In Riverside, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Riverside, NJ

Average temperature in August - Riverside, NJ
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°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 (25.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Riverside, NJ

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Riverside, NJ

Average wind speed in August - Riverside, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Riverside, NJ

Average humidity in August - Riverside, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Riverside, NJ

Average rainfall in August - Riverside, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in August
Riverside, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - Riverside, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Riverside, NJ

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Riverside, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Riverside, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Riverside, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - Riverside, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Riverside, NJ

Average UV index in August - Riverside, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Riverside, NJ

Average cloud cover in August - Riverside, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

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

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Average visibility in August
Riverside, NJ

Average visibility in August - Riverside, 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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