August weather forecastGulf Hammock, FL
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Gulf Hammock, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 90.3°F (32.4°C) and an average low of 76.5°F (24.7°C).Temperature
August is the warmest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 90.3°F (32.4°C) and as low as 76.5°F (24.7°C).Heat index
August's mean heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 111.2°F (44°C). Be careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may result from extended activity.In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. 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. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.3 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 10min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Gulf Hammock is 9.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Gulf Hammock, FL
- Average high temperature in August: 90.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (64°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 (47.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Gulf Hammock, FL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Gulf Hammock, FL
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Gulf Hammock, FL
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Gulf Hammock, FL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.83").
Average rainfall days in August
Gulf Hammock, FL
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).
Average snowfall days in August
Gulf Hammock, FL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gulf Hammock, FL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 36min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gulf Hammock, FL
- Average sunshine days in August: 5.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Gulf Hammock, FL
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Gulf Hammock, FL
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Gulf Hammock, 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).
