August weather forecastOxford, FL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Oxford, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average low of 75.2°F (24°C) and an average high of 90.1°F (32.3°C).Temperature
Oxford witnesses its highest temperatures in July and August, reaching an average of 90.1°F (32.3°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 113°F (45°C). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important 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.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Oxford, Florida, are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In Oxford, during August, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.4 rainfall days, and 11.26" (286mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 9min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, in Oxford, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Oxford is 9.9h.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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. 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
Oxford, FL
- Average high temperature in August: 90.1°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (67.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 75.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Oxford, FL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"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
Oxford, FL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Oxford, FL
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Oxford, FL
- Average rainfall in August: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.28").
Average rainfall days in August
Oxford, FL
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Oxford, FL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 6min
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: 9h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Oxford, FL
- Average sunshine days in August: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Oxford, 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
Oxford, FL
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 37).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Oxford, 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).
