August weather forecast
Saddle River, NJ

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Saddle River, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 65.7°F (18.7°C) and 82.9°F (28.3°C).

Temperature

With the advent of August, Saddle River experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. Throughout the month of August, the nighttime temperature in Saddle River dips to an average of 65.7°F (18.7°C).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is computed to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). If exposure and activity persist, fatigue could ensue, possibly leading to heat cramps.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, August is the least humid month in Saddle River, New Jersey.

Rainfall

In August, in Saddle River, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout August, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Saddle River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.3 days and collects up to 32.72" (831mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Saddle River, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Saddle River, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of August in Saddle River, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Saddle River, New Jersey, the average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Saddle River in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Saddle River, New Jersey, are 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 65.7°F (18.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Saddle River?

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in August in Saddle River?

The average relative humidity in August in Saddle River, New Jersey, is 70%.

How much does it rain in Saddle River in August?

In Saddle River, in August, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Saddle River?

May through September are months without snowfall in Saddle River.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Saddle River?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Saddle River, New Jersey, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Saddle River have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Saddle River is 10.1h.

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

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 Saddle River?

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

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

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Saddle River, NJ

Average pressure in August - Saddle River, 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
Saddle River, NJ

Average wind speed in August - Saddle River, NJ
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Saddle River, NJ

Average humidity in August - Saddle River, NJ
  • Average humidity in August: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

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Average rainfall in August
Saddle River, NJ

Average rainfall in August - Saddle River, NJ
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in August
Saddle River, NJ

Average rainfall days in August - Saddle River, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Saddle River, NJ

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Saddle River, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.9 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
Saddle River, NJ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Saddle River, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Saddle River, NJ

Average sunshine days in August - Saddle River, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Saddle River, NJ

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

Average cloud cover in August - Saddle River, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in August
Saddle River, NJ

Average visibility in August - Saddle River, 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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