August weather forecastSeaside Heights, NJ
August
Weather in August
As August rolls in, Seaside Heights enjoys continuous summer conditions, despite a slight dip in temperatures from the peak in July. Days continue to be long and vibrant, and the sea remains warm and inviting. Despite slight reductions, August maintains a high sea temperature of 75.8°F (24.3°C). This is the month when summer begins to slowly bid farewell, yet the beach activities continue in full swing. August is perceived as a moment to savor the last throes of an exceptional Seaside Heights summer.Temperature
Seaside Heights records a slight change with August's average high-temperatures adjusting to a still warm 78.4°F (25.8°C) from July's 79.2°F (26.2°C). Seaside Heights consistently logs a low temperature averaging an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C) during August, a modest drop from daytime temperatures.Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Seaside Heights is 77%.Rainfall
In Seaside Heights, New Jersey, in August, during 14.2 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155 rainfall days, and 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Seaside Heights, snow does not fall in May through October.Ocean temperature
The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average ocean temperature of 75.7°F (24.3°C).Note: Imagine a swim in 75.7°F (24.3°C) waters. How you'd feel depends on your cold sensitivity, the sun's rays, the caress of the wind, and the warmth enveloping you. Comparatively, Olympic swimmers train in waters between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 42min.On the first day of August in Seaside Heights, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.5h.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 ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. 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. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Warning! Reflective surfaces like sand and water amplify the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Seaside Heights, NJ
- Average high temperature in August: 78.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Seaside Heights, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Seaside Heights, NJ
- Average wind speed in August: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Seaside Heights, NJ
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Seaside Heights, NJ
- Average rainfall in August: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").
Average rainfall days in August
Seaside Heights, NJ
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Seaside Heights, NJ
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Seaside Heights, NJ
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Seaside Heights, NJ
- Average sea temperature in August: 75.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.8°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Seaside Heights, NJ
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Seaside Heights, NJ
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Seaside Heights, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Seaside Heights, NJ
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Seaside Heights, 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).
