August weather forecast
Valrico, FL

August, the last month of the summer in Valrico, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 77.4°F (25.2°C) and an average high of 90.3°F (32.4°C).

Temperature

Valrico, Florida, experiences its highest temperatures in August, with an average peak of 90.3°F (32.4°C) and a low of 77.4°F (25.2°C).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 111.2°F (44°C). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Valrico, Florida, during August, the rain falls for 22.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In Valrico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Valrico is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.6h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. 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: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. 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. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.