August weather forecastOkahumpka, FL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Okahumpka, Florida, with an average temperature varying between 75.6°F (24.2°C) and 90.7°F (32.6°C).Temperature
Okahumpka's August weather reaches an average high of 90.7°F (32.6°C) and an average low of 75.6°F (24.2°C), making it the warmest month.Heat index
In August, the heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 114.8°F (46°C). Careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. With ongoing exertion, heatstroke becomes a possibility.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. 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 highly critical 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.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.
Humidity
July through September, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Okahumpka, Florida.Rainfall
In Okahumpka, in August, during 28.6 rainfall days, 6.26" (159mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Okahumpka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.1 days and collects up to 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation.Daylight
In Okahumpka, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 8min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in August leads to these recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Okahumpka, FL
- Average high temperature in August: 90.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (67.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 75.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (49.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Okahumpka, FL
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Okahumpka, FL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Okahumpka, FL
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Okahumpka, FL
- Average rainfall in August: 6.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (6.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.34").
Average rainfall days in August
Okahumpka, FL
- Average rainfall days in August: 28.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Okahumpka, FL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Okahumpka, FL
- Average sunshine days in August: 1 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1 days).
Average UV index in August
Okahumpka, FL
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Okahumpka, FL
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Okahumpka, 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).
