August weather forecast
Ruskin, GA

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Ruskin, Georgia, with an average temperature ranging between min 74.1°F (23.4°C) and max 90.5°F (32.5°C).

Temperature

Ruskin, Georgia, notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 90.5°F (32.5°C) in August, displaying minor variation from July. Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 74.1°F (23.4°C) in August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 113°F (45°C). Keep wary: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a possible outcome of ongoing activity.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 18.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ruskin, Georgia, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 15min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Ruskin, the average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.