August weather forecast
Mount Dora, FL

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Mount Dora, Florida, with an average temperature fluctuating between 75.7°F (24.3°C) and 90.9°F (32.7°C).

Temperature

August is the warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 90.9°F (32.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 75.7°F (24.3°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at a life-threatening hot 114.8°F (46°C). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mount Dora, in August, during 26.7 rainfall days, 5.51" (140mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mount Dora, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.1 days and collects up to 35.71" (907mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mount Dora, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 8min.
On the first day of August in Mount Dora, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Mount Dora is 10.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. 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. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.