August weather forecastBrandon, FL

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Brandon, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average high of 90.3°F (32.4°C) and an average low of 77.4°F (25.2°C).

Temperature

The warmest period is August, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 90.3°F (32.4°C) and a low of 77.4°F (25.2°C).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 111.2°F (44°C). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Brandon, during August, the rain falls for 22.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In Brandon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Brandon, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Brandon is 9.6h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. 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. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.