August weather forecast
Pensacola, FL

August continues the summer trend in Pensacola, mirroring July's conditions. Despite maintaining temperatures of 77.7°F (25.4°C) to 90.1°F (32.3°C) as in the previous month, there is a marginally reduced prevalence of daylight hours. The sea, however, remains warm, thereby encouraging various water activities. Despite the persistent heat, the city experiences balanced barometric pressure. The warm trend is gradually diminishing as Pensacola steps towards the tail end of summer.

Temperature

During July and August, Pensacola experiences its highest average temperatures, peaking at 90.1°F (32.3°C).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 107.6°F (42°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. 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 children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and 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 in Pensacola is 73%.

Rainfall

In Pensacola, in August, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pensacola, there are 145.3 rainfall days, and 22.72" (577mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Pensacola.

Ocean temperature

The month with the warmest seawater in Pensacola is August, with an average ocean temperature of 86.5°F (30.3°C).
Note: When the aim is to cool down, temperatures above 86°F (30°C) in waters might not be very inviting.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of August in Pensacola, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Pensacola is 10.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Pensacola. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during August morphs into the following directions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Attention! UV strength is notably upped by the reflection of sand and water.