August weather forecastMission Bay, FL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Mission Bay, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average high of 89.2°F (31.8°C) and an average low of 80.2°F (26.8°C).Temperature
Mission Bay's warmest month, August, registers temperatures that range from a high of 89.2°F (31.8°C) to a low of 80.2°F (26.8°C).Heat index
In August, the heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 105.8°F (41°C). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.
Humidity
In Mission Bay, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Mission Bay is August, when the rain falls for 28.1 days and typically aggregates up to 6.38" (162mm) of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 2min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.7h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Mission Bay 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 the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Mission Bay, FL
- Average high temperature in August: 89.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (73.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 80.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (61.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Mission Bay, FL
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Mission Bay, FL
- Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Mission Bay, FL
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are September, October and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (68%).
Average rainfall in August
Mission Bay, FL
- Average rainfall in August: 6.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in August
Mission Bay, FL
- Average rainfall days in August: 28.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mission Bay, FL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Mission Bay, FL
- Average sunshine days in August: 0.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Mission Bay, 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 and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Mission Bay, FL
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, May and July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Mission Bay, 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).
