August weather forecastBenbow, FL
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Benbow, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 76.5°F (24.7°C) and 89.6°F (32°C).Temperature
August tends to be the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 89.6°F (32°C) and a low of 76.5°F (24.7°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 111.2°F (44°C). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 80%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.3 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.1h.UV index
May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 7 in August translates into these instructions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Benbow, FL
- Average high temperature in August: 89.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (72.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 76.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (56.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Benbow, FL
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Benbow, FL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Benbow, FL
- Average humidity in August: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Benbow, FL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days in August
Benbow, FL
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Benbow, FL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Benbow, FL
- Average sunshine days in August: 4.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Benbow, FL
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Benbow, FL
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are January, November and December (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are March, April and May (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Benbow, FL
- 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).
