August weather forecast
Gifford, FL

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Gifford, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between min 78.6°F (25.9°C) and max 87.4°F (30.8°C).

Temperature

In Gifford, the month of August is known for its highest average temperatures, reaching a high of 87.4°F (30.8°C) and a low of 78.6°F (25.9°C).

Heat index

The heat index in August is computed to be a scorching 104°F (40°C). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are June through August, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 20.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Gifford, Florida, is 13h and 5min.
On the first day of August in Gifford, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Gifford is 10.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gifford are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following advice:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Gifford?

August is the month when Gifford experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 87.4°F (30.8°C) and a low of 78.6°F (25.9°C).

How hot is August in Gifford?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gifford, Florida, are 87.4°F (30.8°C) and 78.6°F (25.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 104°F (40°C).

What are the most humid months in Gifford?

June through August, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Gifford.

What is the average humidity in August in Gifford?

The average relative humidity in August in Gifford, Florida, is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Gifford?

The month with the most rainfall in Gifford, Florida, is August, when the rain falls for 20.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Gifford?

In Gifford, Florida, in August, it is raining for 20.2 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in August in Gifford?

The average day length in August in Gifford is 13h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Gifford?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gifford, Florida, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Gifford?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Gifford is 10.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Gifford?

The months with the highest UV index in Gifford are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Gifford?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Gifford is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Gifford, FL

Average temperature in August - Gifford, FL
  • Average high temperature in August: 87.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (70.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 78.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (59.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Gifford, FL

Average pressure in August - Gifford, FL
  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Gifford, FL

Average wind speed in August - Gifford, FL
  • Average wind speed in August: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Gifford, FL

Average humidity in August - Gifford, FL
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Gifford, FL

Average rainfall in August - Gifford, FL
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in August
Gifford, FL

Average rainfall days in August - Gifford, FL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gifford, FL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Gifford, FL
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 1min

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: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Gifford, FL

Average sunshine days in August - Gifford, FL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 5.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Gifford, FL

Average UV index in August - Gifford, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Gifford, FL

Average cloud cover in August - Gifford, FL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in August
Gifford, FL

Average visibility in August - Gifford, 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).

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