August weather forecast
Dana, FL

August, the last month of the summer in Dana, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 75°F (23.9°C) and an average high of 90.7°F (32.6°C).

Temperature

The months of July and August are noted for their peak temperatures, with an average high-temperature of 90.7°F (32.6°C).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 114.8°F (46°C). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. 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. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 28.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:52 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Dana, the average sunshine in August is 9.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.