August weather forecastShort Hills, NJ
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Short Hills, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 81.9°F (27.7°C) and 67.3°F (19.6°C).Temperature
With the transition into August, Short Hills notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C), closely resembling July. Throughout August, the average low-temperature dips to a comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C).Heat index
The heat index value for August is appraised at a tropical 86°F (30°C). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Humidity
April and August, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Short Hills, in August, during 13.1 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.5 rainfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Short Hills, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August 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, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.4h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Short Hills, NJ
- Average high temperature in August: 81.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 67.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Short Hills, 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
Short Hills, NJ
- Average wind speed in August: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).
Average humidity in August
Short Hills, NJ
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Short Hills, NJ
- Average rainfall in August: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").
Average rainfall days in August
Short Hills, NJ
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Short Hills, NJ
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Short Hills, NJ
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Short Hills, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 24min
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).
Average sunshine days in August
Short Hills, NJ
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Short Hills, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Short Hills, NJ
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Short Hills, 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).
