August weather forecastPalm Beach Gardens, FL
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Palm Beach Gardens, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 81.3°F (27.4°C) and 86.5°F (30.3°C).Temperature
August is the month when Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 86.5°F (30.3°C) and a low of 81.3°F (27.4°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 98.6°F (37°C). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. 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 quite important for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 24.8 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, is 10.8h.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 average individuals.Note: In August, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
- Average high temperature in August: 86.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (72°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 81.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (81.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (64.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
- Average wind speed in August: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).
Average humidity in August
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
- Average rainfall in August: 4.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").
Average rainfall days in August
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
- Average rainfall days in August: 24.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Palm Beach Gardens, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
- Average sunshine days in August: 3.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Palm Beach Gardens, 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 months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The months with the most cloud cover are January, November and December (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Palm Beach Gardens, 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).
