August weather forecastWhitney, FL
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Whitney, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between max 90.1°F (32.3°C) and min 75.2°F (24°C).Temperature
July and August, with an average high-temperature of 90.1°F (32.3°C), are marked as the warmest months.Heat index
The heat index value during August is calculated to be a blazing hot 113°F (45°C). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In Whitney, in August, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Whitney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.4 days and collects up to 11.26" (286mm) of precipitation.Daylight
In Whitney, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 8min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: An average UV index of 7 in August transforms into this advice:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Whitney, 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 (67.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 75.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Whitney, 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
Whitney, FL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Whitney, FL
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Whitney, FL
- Average rainfall in August: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.28").
Average rainfall days in August
Whitney, FL
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Whitney, FL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 6min
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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Whitney, FL
- Average sunshine days in August: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Whitney, 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
Whitney, FL
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 37).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Whitney, 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).
