August 2022 Sunshine State Stats
Central Florida was treated to hot days, rainy afternoons and muggy evenings in August 2022. The average temperature for the month was 84 degrees, which was the same as last month’s average. The average high was 92 degrees while the average low was 75 degrees.
The highest daily recorded temperature (data from the Leesburg KLEE weather station) in August was 96 degrees and the lowest 72 – the highest daily recorded temperature in July 2022 was also 96 degrees and the lowest was 71. Rainfall was above average in August. The total precipitation for the month was 9.13 inches, well above the July average rainfall of 6.2 inches.
Daily high temperatures soared over 90 degrees most days in August – 26 days of the month the daily high temp reached 90 or higher. Expect daily highs to reach into the 90s for the rest of the summer and usually into October.
The 2022 Atlantic hurricane season has been inactive this year. The Colorado State University (CSU) Tropical Meteorology Project team updated its 2022 Atlantic hurricane season forecast predicting well-above-average tropical storm and hurricane activity. Remember, it only takes one powerful storm to damage electric transmission and distribution infrastructure causing widespread power outages. Have a plan in place for hurricane season. Don’t wait until a storm is approaching to prepare. Essential supplies such as water, gasoline, bread and other non-perishable food sell out quickly. Read our Hurricane Handbook to learn more about what to do before, during and after a tropical storm or hurricane.
September forecast:
Expect daily high temperatures to reach into the 90s during September 2022. The threat of a hurricane or tropical storm forming is highest in September. Be alert for any tropical storm or hurricane activity heading toward Central Florida. Daily thunderstorms are forecast throughout the month.
With increased daily temperatures, HVAC use increases as well as energy consumption. The EIA calculates the highest amount of electricity consumed in the U.S. is attributed to HVAC use. For Floridians, HVAC use is a longer span (typically early spring to late fall) than in other parts of the country and runs more frequently. It is likely the highest energy user in your home. Set your thermostat at 78 degrees or higher in the summer – every degree lower than 78 will increase your monthly bill by 6 to 8%.
To check historical usage, log into SmartHub to view past bills and consumption charts. If your usage is high, SECO offers several energy-efficiency tools to help you identify energy wasters. Take the Home Energy Assessment to receive a detailed email tailored to your home’s features and lifestyle. The energy-saving advice will provide low-cost ways to decrease your usage – and your electric bill.
To easily calculate how much energy your appliances, lighting, electronic devices, and other energy-using items in your home consume, use the Energy Estimator.
