August weather forecastNew Smyrna Beach, FL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average low of 77.7°F (25.4°C) and an average high of 89.2°F (31.8°C).Temperature
New Smyrna Beach, Florida, experiences its highest temperatures in August, with an average peak of 89.2°F (31.8°C) and a low of 77.7°F (25.4°C).Heat index
August's average heat index is estimated at a scorching 107.6°F (42°C). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for 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 human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
June through August, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in New Smyrna Beach.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.4 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 9min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:46 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.7h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during August leads to these instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
New Smyrna Beach, 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 (67.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 77.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (54.7°F).
Average pressure in August
New Smyrna Beach, FL
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
New Smyrna Beach, FL
- Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).
Average humidity in August
New Smyrna Beach, FL
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).
Average rainfall in August
New Smyrna Beach, FL
- Average rainfall in August: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.47").
Average rainfall days in August
New Smyrna Beach, FL
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
New Smyrna Beach, 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: 10h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
New Smyrna Beach, FL
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.5 days).
Average UV index in August
New Smyrna Beach, 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 month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
New Smyrna Beach, FL
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, November and December (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
New Smyrna Beach, 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).
