Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average sea temperature in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
August's arrival in Ocean City brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.5°F (26.4°C), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Ocean City encounters a negligible difference from daytime peaks throughout the August nights, with a low-temperature average of 72.1°F (22.3°C).Humidity
In Ocean City, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall in Ocean City are May and August, with an average 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Ocean City, snow does not fall in April, June through November.Ocean temperature
August is the month with the warmest seawater in Ocean City, with an average ocean temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C).Note: For someone not comfortable with cold, swimming in 76.6°F (24.8°C) waters might be a stretch. However, with favorable conditions like abundant sunshine, mild wind, and warm air temperatures, the experience can be improved. And while wetsuits are not a must, they can be considered.
Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, in Ocean City, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Ocean City is 10.7h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Ocean City. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 during August leads to these advisories:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take warning! Reflective sand and water surfaces intensify the Sun's UV rays.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Ocean City, NJ
- Average high temperature in August: 79.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 72.1°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Ocean City, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Ocean City, NJ
- Average wind speed in August: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Ocean City, NJ
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Ocean City, NJ
- Average rainfall in August: 0.79"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").
Average rainfall days in August
Ocean City, NJ
- Average rainfall days in August: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ocean City, NJ
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ocean City, NJ
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Ocean City, NJ
- Average sea temperature in August: 76.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.3°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ocean City, NJ
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ocean City, NJ
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Ocean City, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Ocean City, NJ
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Ocean City, 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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