Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average sea temperature in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The peak of Santa Rosa Beach's temperatures is noted during July and August, averaging a high-temperature of 88.3°F.Heat index
The heat index in August is calculated to be a torrid 102.2°F. Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Santa Rosa Beach is 73%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Rain falls for 23.3 days and accumulates 4.84" of precipitation.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
July and August, with an average ocean temperature of 84.2°F, are months with the warmest seawater in Santa Rosa Beach.Note: Water temperatures ranging between 77°F and 84.2°F are regarded as very warm, making swimming, diving, and similar water activities pleasurable for extended periods.
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Santa Rosa Beach is 13h and 13min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:09 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Santa Rosa Beach, the average sunshine in August is 10.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Watch out! Reflections from sand and water can surge UV radiation exposure.
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Average temperature in August
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
- Average high temperature in August: 88.3°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 79.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48°F).
Average pressure in August
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
- Average wind speed in August: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).
Average humidity in August
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in August
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
- Average rainfall in August: 4.84"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.84").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.54").
Average rainfall days in August
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
- Average rainfall days in August: 23.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
- Average sea temperature in August: 84°F
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (84°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (64°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Santa Rosa Beach, 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 Rosa Beach, FL
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in August
Santa Rosa Beach, 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).
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