August weather forecastRocky Creek, FL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Rocky Creek, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between max 90.3°F (32.4°C) and min 79°F (26.1°C).Temperature
August, known for its average high temperature of 90.3°F (32.4°C) and an average low temperature of 79°F (26.1°C), is the warmest month.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 107.6°F (42°C). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Rocky Creek is 72%.Rainfall
In Rocky Creek, in August, it is raining for 25.3 days, with typically 5.16" (131mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178.2 rainfall days, and 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Rocky Creek, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 7min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:52 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Rocky Creek, the average sunshine in August is 9.5h.UV index
May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Rocky Creek, FL
- Average high temperature in August: 90.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (67.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 79°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (53.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Rocky Creek, 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Rocky Creek, FL
- Average wind speed in August: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Rocky Creek, FL
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Rocky Creek, FL
- Average rainfall in August: 5.16"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.26").
Average rainfall days in August
Rocky Creek, FL
- Average rainfall days in August: 25.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Rocky Creek, FL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Rocky Creek, FL
- Average sunshine days in August: 4.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (4.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Rocky Creek, 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 month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Rocky Creek, FL
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in August
Rocky Creek, 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).
