August weather forecast
Big Pine Key, FL

August, the last month of the summer in Big Pine Key, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and an average high of 85.5°F (29.7°C).

Temperature

In Big Pine Key, the peak average temperatures are observed in August, with a high of 85.5°F (29.7°C) and a low of 82.9°F (28.3°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is appraised at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Big Pine Key, in August, it is raining for 21 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 186.2 rainfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 58min.
On the first day of August in Big Pine Key, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. 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.