August weather forecast
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Florida, with an average temperature varying between 81.9°F (27.7°C) and 87.4°F (30.8°C).

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 87.4°F (30.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 81.9°F (27.7°C), August is the warmest month.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is evaluated at a torrid 100.4°F (38°C). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature', 'feels like', 'real feel', or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. This effect is individual, with diverse people perceiving weather differently for numerous reasons (wind, clothing, differences in body mass, height, and shape), and activity. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.8 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 7 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.