Can anyone please elaborate on the Weather in August

[gmhaworth]

Hi everyone,We've been to Florida on numerous occasions in the past but always May or October.Next year becuse I dont want the kids to miss school we are hoping to go in August.Could anyone please tell me how the weather is in August like humidity and rainfall?Will the humidity tend to be less than Orlando due to being on the coast?Thank You in advance

[daisey10]

I think it is safe to say it will be very hot and humid.

[Clare R]

Our villa is on the Gulf Coast and the humidity in August is, in my view, extreme. Rainfall can be daily but only for a short time but very heavy if and when it comes and of course everywhere dries up quickly. It is not a sure thing but you have to be prepared for sudden, heavy rain.

[ShirleyD]

Weather patterns are changing round the world, but it is safe to assume hot and humid. Being tropical, you can expect short heavy rain showers in the afternoons, but we were there in summer last year with very little rain. If you have the choice, choose the end of August as the local school kids go back to school mid August

[Tonish]

We tend to go in August every year. It's hot and very humid, with usually a short rainstorm most afternoons. They don't last long and dry up quickly, but May and October are much more pleasant.

[marion46]

Our villa is on the Gulf Coast my first ever visit to Florida was in July and August as Florida has a tropical climate it is fair to say temperatures are quite high the humidity is not unbearable.
Being down at the golf course you have the wonderful beaches with the Seabreeze to escape to if you haven't experienced the tropical rainfall is it is quite spectacular they can almost be timed to the time of the day when they ariveit only last a short time and is very welcome weather that helps the wonderful tropical plants and trees to thrive.
If you are lucky enough to experience one of these tropical rainstorm will be amazed at how quickly it dries up leaving everything lush and green.
Remember Villa's are air-conditioned all cars have air conditioning along with restaurants and shops.

[Lyn]

We find the heat and humidity in August too oppressive. However everyone is different and thousands of people go in August, if this is the only time you can go then I would not be put off. The weather does seem to be changing, I think the 'set your watch by storms' are a thing of the past, the weather now seems to be more unpredictable, although the weather forcasting seems much better in Florida than it is here.

[Pookie]

As others have said July & August are hot and the humidity is high, that said there is a cooling breeze when at the beach and I would hazard most lanai's have ceiling fans for eating/dozing by the pool.

In the past we have been on Stump Pass Beach & South beach and can hear the thunder and see the lightening not 3 miles away.
The storms can be very localised and miss different areas as they rumble thru.

I am not saying for one minute you will not get a day where the rain is prolonged but often they are short sharp and sweet and some days none whatsoever.

We are praying for rain in Rotonda West as we have had so little and the wells need replenishing.

[parrey]

I also find August very humid but you do have air conditioning. I would be careful if you have very young children as they may find it more uncomfortable. Sun hats and plenty of drinks are essential. Have a good holiday.

[michellemaxted]

We are out at our villa at the moment and also spent a few days on the Gulf Coast. It was lovely there, whilst yes it is very hot and humid and there are thunderstorms most days in the afternoon, I know I would much rather be out here in the heat than at home in the cold UK at the moment! In the evenings it is lovely to sit outside - its the perfect temperature ! :) Even the rain is warm!

[Mo Green]

We have had four separate families staying during July/August. All have stayed with us during this period before and all said they had a wonderful time again and hope to return soon. Those with the youngest children (15 months and 3 years) went to the beach early, came back for an afternoon rest or pool time then returned later afternoon/evening when it is cooler. Most Gulf Coast villas have a fan over the patio table and a shady lanai. It is very pleasant sitting outside in the evenings either at a restaurant or with a drink by the pool - something which seems to have been rare in the UK this summer. Yes it can rain hard but it usually does not last for very long. Even if you get soaked running to the car it is warm and the sun soon comes out and dries your clothes.