August weather forecast
Melrose, FL

August, the last month of the summer in Melrose, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 74.8°F (23.8°C) and max 90.9°F (32.7°C).

Temperature

August's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 90.9°F (32.7°C), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Melrose's temperature in August lowers to a consistent average of 74.8°F (23.8°C) during the nights.

Heat index

August's heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 114.8°F (46°C). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Melrose are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Melrose, in August, during 25.9 rainfall days, 4.72" (120mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Melrose, Florida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.6 days and collects up to 33.5" (851mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Melrose, snow does not fall in January through November.

Daylight

In Melrose, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of August, in Melrose, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Melrose are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.