August weather forecastNorth Sarasota, FL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in North Sarasota, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between max 88.5°F (31.4°C) and min 79.7°F (26.5°C).Temperature
August brings the highest temperatures, with an average high of 88.5°F (31.4°C) and an average low of 79.7°F (26.5°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 104°F (40°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 26.8 days and accumulates 6.42" (163mm) of precipitation.Daylight
In North Sarasota, Florida, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 9.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
North Sarasota, FL
- Average high temperature in August: 88.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 79.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (56.1°F).
Average pressure in August
North Sarasota, FL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
North Sarasota, FL
- Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).
Average humidity in August
North Sarasota, FL
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (72%).
Average rainfall in August
North Sarasota, FL
- Average rainfall in August: 6.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.42").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.06").
Average rainfall days in August
North Sarasota, FL
- Average rainfall days in August: 26.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and November (8.3 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
North Sarasota, FL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 6min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
North Sarasota, FL
- Average sunshine days in August: 2.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.5 days).
Average UV index in August
North Sarasota, 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
North Sarasota, FL
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in August
North Sarasota, 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).
