August is a hot and rainy time for sunbathing in New Jersey. August is a good month for swimming in New Jersey with warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting New Jersey in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.
The average maximum temperature in New Jersey in August is 28°. The average maximum temperature is 30° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average temperature in New Jersey in August is 24°. The average temperature ranges is 25° in the previous month and 20° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in New Jersey in August is 19°. The minimum temperature is 20° in the previous month and 15° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in New Jersey in August are 13.7 and there are 8.8 hours of sunshine per day on average during August making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in New Jersey in August is typically 9 during August. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in New Jersey in August is 22.3° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.
The average total rainfall in New Jersey in August is 63.7cm and on average there are 9.5 rainy days in August making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in New Jersey in August is 20° which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 21° in the previous month and 17° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in New Jersey in August is typically 88.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 88.4% in the previous month and 89.1% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in New Jersey in August is typically 70.1%. The average relative humidity is 68.5% in the previous month and 70.9% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in New Jersey in August is typically 22kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 23kmh in the previous month and 22kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in New Jersey in August is typically 8kmh. The average wind speed is 9kmh in the previous month and 9kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in New Jersey in August is from the South West.
