August weather forecast
Edgewood, FL

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Edgewood, Florida, with an average temperature varying between 91°F (32.8°C) and 76.6°F (24.8°C).

Temperature

Edgewood reaches its highest average temperatures in August, measuring 91°F (32.8°C) at the peak and 76.6°F (24.8°C) at the lowest.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 114.8°F (46°C). Be cautious: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a possible consequence of continuous physical effort.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

July through September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Edgewood.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 22.4 days. Throughout August, 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Edgewood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.