August weather forecast
McColsky, FL

August, the last month of the summer in McColsky, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 74.8°F (23.8°C) and max 91.2°F (32.9°C).

Temperature

McColsky registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 91.2°F (32.9°C) at the commencement of August, closely related to the preceding month. McColsky records an average low of 74.8°F (23.8°C) throughout the nights in August.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 114.8°F (46°C). Take heed: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Heatstroke is a potential outcome of continuous activity.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In McColsky, in August, it is raining for 27.6 days, with typically 5.04" (128mm) of accumulated precipitation. In McColsky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.6 days and collects up to 32.17" (817mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In McColsky, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.