August weather forecast
Phifer, FL

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Phifer, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between max 90.9°F (32.7°C) and min 75°F (23.9°C).

Temperature

In Phifer, temperatures reach their average annual highs in August, measuring 90.9°F (32.7°C) and a minimum average of 75°F (23.9°C).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 114.8°F (46°C). Mindful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are to be expected. Extended physical effort might result in heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

July through September, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Phifer.

Rainfall

In August, in Phifer, Florida, the rain falls for 24.3 days. Throughout August, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Phifer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.1 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Phifer, Florida, the average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Phifer, Florida. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in August translates into these instructions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.