August is another hot and humid month, with plenty of sunshine for sunbathing and swimming. Water sports like snorkeling, diving, surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing are highly recommended as the water temperature and conditions are ideal for these activities. Be prepared for potential afternoon thunderstorms. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.
August sees a slight decrease in crowds compared to July, as the summer vacation period comes to an end and hurricane season continues. The beach is moderately crowded, with fewer events taking place.
The average maximum temperature in South Beach in August is 33°. The average maximum temperature is 33° in the previous month and 32° in the next month.
The average temperature in South Beach in August is 29°. The average temperature ranges is 29° in the previous month and 28° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in South Beach in August is 26°. The minimum temperature is 25° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in South Beach in August are 13 and there are 9.3 hours of sunshine per day on average during August making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in South Beach in August is typically 12.1 during August. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in South Beach in August is 29° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in South Beach in August is 282.3cm and on average there are 22.6 rainy days in August making it a very wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in South Beach in August is 25° which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning. The dew point is 24° in the previous month and 24° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in South Beach in August is typically 88%. The maximum relative humidity is 87.2% in the previous month and 89.3% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in South Beach in August is typically 73.2%. The average relative humidity is 72.6% in the previous month and 74.6% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in South Beach in August is typically 29kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 28kmh in the previous month and 28kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in South Beach in August is typically 10kmh. The average wind speed is 10kmh in the previous month and 11kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in South Beach in August is from the South East.
