August weather forecastPlantation Island, FL
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Plantation Island, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 88.3°F (31.3°C) and 80.2°F (26.8°C).Temperature
With average high and low temperatures of 88.3°F (31.3°C) and 80.2°F (26.8°C) respectively, August is Plantation Island's warmest month.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 104°F (40°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
In Plantation Island, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 22.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Plantation Island, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Plantation Island, FL
- Average high temperature in August: 88.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (71.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 80.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (59.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Plantation Island, FL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Plantation Island, FL
- Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Plantation Island, FL
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Plantation Island, FL
- Average rainfall in August: 4.29"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.63").
Average rainfall days in August
Plantation Island, FL
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Plantation Island, FL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Plantation Island, FL
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Plantation Island, 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
Plantation Island, FL
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in August
Plantation Island, 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).
