August weather forecastSanta Fe, FL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Santa Fe, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average low of 75°F (23.9°C) and an average high of 90.7°F (32.6°C).Temperature
July and August mark Santa Fe's peak of temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 90.7°F (32.6°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 114.8°F (46°C). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 28.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 11min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:52 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 9.6h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Santa Fe, FL
- Average high temperature in August: 90.7°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (63.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 75°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Santa Fe, FL
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Santa Fe, FL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Santa Fe, FL
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Santa Fe, FL
- Average rainfall in August: 5.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").
Average rainfall days in August
Santa Fe, FL
- Average rainfall days in August: 28.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Santa Fe, FL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Santa Fe, FL
- Average sunshine days in August: 1.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Santa Fe, FL
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Santa Fe, FL
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Santa Fe, 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).
