August weather forecastClearwater Beach, FL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Clearwater Beach, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between max 87.6°F (30.9°C) and min 80.6°F (27°C).Temperature
Clearwater Beach witnesses the warmest weather in August, with temperatures averaging a high of 87.6°F (30.9°C) and a low of 80.6°F (27°C).Heat index
The average heat index in August is appraised at a torrid 100.4°F (38°C). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Clearwater Beach, Florida, is August, when the rain falls for 22.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Clearwater Beach is 13h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of August, in Clearwater Beach, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Clearwater Beach is 9.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in August leads to these recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Clearwater Beach, FL
- Average high temperature in August: 87.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (65.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 80.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (55.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Clearwater Beach, FL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Clearwater Beach, FL
- Average wind speed in August: 7.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).
Average humidity in August
Clearwater Beach, FL
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Clearwater Beach, FL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.39").
Average rainfall days in August
Clearwater Beach, FL
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Clearwater Beach, FL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Clearwater Beach, FL
- Average sunshine days in August: 5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5 days).
Average UV index in August
Clearwater Beach, 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 month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Clearwater Beach, FL
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in August
Clearwater Beach, 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).
