August weather forecast
Sarasota, FL

The August weather in Sarasota carries forward the essence of summer from July without any drastic changes. Daylight hours reduce marginally to 13.1 hours a day, subtly indicating the impending transition to autumn. Despite high temperatures, the town appears gorgeous in its thick cloud cover and balmy weather. Rainfall peaks in August with an impressive 6.42" dispersed over 26.8 days, making it the wettest month of the year. Long hours of sunshine, high peak temperatures, and abundant rainfall come together to define Sarasota's August weather.

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 88.5°F and lows of 79.7°F, August is the warmest month.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 104°F. Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. 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.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 26.8 days and accumulates 6.42" of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 86.7°F.
Note: Many would say that diving into waters above 86°F is not as refreshing.

Daylight

In Sarasota, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, in Sarasota, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:52 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Sarasota is 9.6h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Sarasota. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Alert! Sand and water increase UV exposure due to their reflective properties.