August weather forecast
Gretna, FL

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Gretna, Florida, with an average temperature varying between 90.7°F (32.6°C) and 73.6°F (23.1°C).

Temperature

In Gretna, Florida, the months of July and August register the highest average temperatures, peaking at 90.7°F (32.6°C).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 114.8°F (46°C). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Gretna.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.6 days and accumulates 5.08" (129mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Gretna, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In Gretna, Florida, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of August, in Gretna, Florida, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Gretna, the average sunshine in August is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in August leads to these recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. 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. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Gretna?

During July and August, Gretna experiences its warmest period, with an average high-temperature of 90.7°F (32.6°C).

How hot does it get in Gretna in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Gretna, is 90.7°F (32.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 73.6°F (23.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 114.8°F (46°C).

What are the most humid months in Gretna?

August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Gretna, Florida.

What is the average humidity in August in Gretna?

In August, the average relative humidity in Gretna, Florida, is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Gretna?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Gretna, Florida. Rain falls for 25.6 days and accumulates 5.08" (129mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Gretna in August?

In August, the rain falls for 25.6 days. Throughout August, 5.08" (129mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Gretna?

February through December are months without snowfall in Gretna.

How many hours of daylight does Gretna have in August?

In Gretna, Florida, the average day length in August is 13h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Gretna?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gretna have in August?

In Gretna, the average sunshine duration in August is 8.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Gretna?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Gretna.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Gretna?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Gretna, FL

Average temperature in August - Gretna, FL
  • Average high temperature in August: 90.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 73.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Gretna, FL

Average pressure in August - Gretna, FL
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Gretna, FL

Average wind speed in August - Gretna, FL
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Gretna, FL

Average humidity in August - Gretna, FL
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Gretna, FL

Average rainfall in August - Gretna, FL
  • Average rainfall in August: 5.08"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

Average rainfall days in August
Gretna, FL

Average rainfall days in August - Gretna, FL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 25.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Gretna, FL

Average snowfall in August - Gretna, FL
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Gretna, FL

Average snowfall days in August - Gretna, FL
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gretna, FL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Gretna, FL
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Gretna, FL

Average sunshine days in August - Gretna, FL
  • Average sunshine days in August: 3.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Gretna, FL

Average UV index in August - Gretna, 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 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Gretna, FL

Average cloud cover in August - Gretna, FL
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Gretna, FL

Average visibility in August - Gretna, FL
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September and December (5mi).

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