August is typically the peak of the summer heat and wet season in central Florida. Measurable rain occurs on more than half of days, primarily as afternoon or evening thunderstorms. Lightning is a deadly threat, so always move indoors when you hear thunder. Heat and humidity is a nearly daily issue with heat indices often peaking above 100F in the afternoon. If you’re vacationing during this month, be sure you take the heat risk seriously. Take frequent breaks and drink plenty of water.

August sees an increase in tropical storm activity in the Atlantic as the hurricane season approaches its peak in September. If you are planning a vacation at this time of year, you should keep up to date with tropical activity.

Precipitation

Probability >.01″ 52%

Probability >.50″ 25%

Probability >1″ 7%

Temperatures

	High	Low Maximum	Low	High Minimum
Record	101F (39C)	75F (24C)	63F (17C)	81F (27C)
Normal August 1	92F (33C)	N/A	74F (23.5C)	N/A
Normal August 31	91F (33C)	N/A	74F (23C)	N/A

Max Temperature Probabilities

Minimum Temperature Probabilities