August weather forecast
Walt Disney World Resort, FL

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A sharp mountain peak in the animal kingdom in Walt Disney World Resort, Florida, with a water canal under a small bridge
A sharp mountain peak in the animal kingdom in Walt Disney World Resort, Florida, with a water canal under a small bridge

Weather in August

August continues to carry forward the hot summer climate with temperatures similar to July, remaining between 73°F (22.8°C) and 91°F (32.8°C). Despite being a month marked by predominating sunshine, the resort experiences an average of 16 rainy days, the highest across all months. This transition towards rainier days gives the visitors refreshing breaks from the continuous sunshine. As the month wraps, the hot temperatures persist, setting the stage for the upcoming shift in season.

Temperature

Walt Disney World Resort witnesses its highest temperatures in June through August, reaching an average of 91.4°F (33°C).

Rainfall

In Walt Disney World Resort, in August, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 6.89" (175mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112 rainfall days, and 49.13" (1248mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 11, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 11 in August translates into the following instructions:
Put into effect every precaution of importance, unprotected skin and eyes may get burns swiftly. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Even on a cloudy day, a sunscreen with at least a 30 SPF should be applied generously and frequently reapplied, including after a swim or outdoor exercise.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest?

Walt Disney World Resort's peak temperatures tend to occur in June through August, with an average high-temperature of 91.4°F (33°C).

How hot is it in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 91.4°F (33°C) and a low-temperature of 73.4°F (23°C).

How much does it rain in Walt Disney World Resort in August?

In Walt Disney World Resort, during August, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.89" (175mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Walt Disney World Resort have in August?

In Walt Disney World Resort, the average day length in August is 13h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Walt Disney World Resort have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 8h.

When is the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 11, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 11. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in August
Walt Disney World Resort, FL

Average temperature in August - Walt Disney World Resort, FL
  • Average high temperature in August: 91°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are June, July and August (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (72°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 73°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48°F).

Average rainfall in August
Walt Disney World Resort, FL

Average rainfall in August - Walt Disney World Resort, FL
  • Average rainfall in August: 6.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (7.6").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (2").

Average rainfall days in August
Walt Disney World Resort, FL

Average rainfall days in August - Walt Disney World Resort, FL
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (4 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Walt Disney World Resort, FL

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Walt Disney World Resort, FL
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h

The months with the most sunshine are March, April, May, June and July (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h).

Average UV index in August
Walt Disney World Resort, FL

Average UV index in August - Walt Disney World Resort, FL
  • Average UV index in August: 11

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 11).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).

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