August weather forecast
McIntosh, FL

August, the last month of the summer in McIntosh, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 90.7°F (32.6°C) and 75.2°F (24°C).

Temperature

August, with an average high of 90.7°F (32.6°C) and a low of 75.2°F (24°C), signifies the warmest month of the year.

Heat index

The heat index in August is appraised at a life-threatening hot 114.8°F (46°C). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In McIntosh, in August, during 21.2 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In McIntosh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.6 days and collects up to 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In McIntosh, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of August, in McIntosh, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In McIntosh, the average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.