August Weather in Gainesville

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Gainesville, United States, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 25°C (78°F). Highs can soar to 34°C (93°F), while lows may dip to 18°C (65°F). Typically, the humidity level in Gainesville throughout August hovers around 76%.

18°C (65°F)

Minimum temperature

25°C (78°F)

Average temperature

34°C (93°F)

Maximum temperature

76%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Gainesville averages 145 mm (5.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 21 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 56 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 36% probability of sunny days during this period.

145 mm (5.7 inches)

Precipitation

15 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 56 minutes

Sunshine hours

36%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Gainesville reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 2 4 6 9 10 10 9 7 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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