August weather forecastSunset Harbor, FL
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Sunset Harbor, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 75.6°F (24.2°C) and max 90.1°F (32.3°C).Temperature
July and August bring Sunset Harbor's highest average temperatures, reaching a high of 90.1°F (32.3°C).Heat index
August's heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 113°F (45°C). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Sunset Harbor, in August, during 21.8 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.3 rainfall days, and 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 9min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Sunset Harbor, the average sunshine in August is 9.7h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Sunset Harbor, FL
- Average high temperature in August: 90.1°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (66.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 75.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Sunset Harbor, 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 (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Sunset Harbor, FL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph
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
Sunset Harbor, FL
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Sunset Harbor, FL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.03"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.71").
Average rainfall days in August
Sunset Harbor, FL
- Average rainfall days in August: 21.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).
Average snowfall days in August
Sunset Harbor, 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 daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sunset Harbor, 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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Sunset Harbor, FL
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Sunset Harbor, FL
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Sunset Harbor, FL
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Sunset Harbor, 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).
