August weather forecast
Valrico, FL

August, the last month of the summer in Valrico, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 90.3°F (32.4°C) and min 77.4°F (25.2°C).

Temperature

Valrico's August weather, marked by an average high temperature of 90.3°F (32.4°C) and an average low temperature of 77.4°F (25.2°C), is the warmest in the year.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 111.2°F (44°C). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. 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

The months with the highest humidity are August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Valrico, during August, the rain falls for 22.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In Valrico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Valrico is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Valrico, Florida, is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.