August weather forecast
Tarpon Springs, FL

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Tarpon Springs, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between max 88.3°F (31.3°C) and min 80.2°F (26.8°C).

Temperature

The warmest month is August, with an average high-temperature of 88.3°F (31.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 80.2°F (26.8°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at a scorching 104°F (40°C). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like', 'real feel', 'apparent temperature', or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Additional factors like metabolic differences, clothing, pregnancy, and activity influence one's weather impression. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In Tarpon Springs, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Tarpon Springs, during August, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Tarpon Springs, there are 120.5 rainfall days, and 9.45" (240mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

The month with the warmest seawater in Tarpon Springs is August, with an average ocean temperature of 86.5°F (30.3°C).
Note: For swimming, other intense water activities, temperature above 86°F (30°C) is arguably unpleasant, as the water cooling effect is missing.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Tarpon Springs is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Tarpon Springs, the average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

May through September, 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. 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. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly increases the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.