Maintaining the trend from
July,
August continues to thrive as the hottest month of the year in
Gjirokaster. The city's weather exhibits the epitome of summer with high temperatures and scorching sunlight experienced throughout the day. August matches July's insignificant rainfall of 10mm (0.39"), ensuring continuation of the dry spell in the city. Tourists can take advantage of the vast daylight hours to explore the local culture, cuisine, and historic spots. This month guarantees a memorable summer experience.
Temperature
August, known for its average high temperature of 34°C (93.2°F) and an average low temperature of 15°C (59°F), is the warmest month.
Heat index
The heat index in August is estimated at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.
Humidity
July and August, with an average relative humidity of 57%, are the least humid months.
Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall in Gjirokaster are July and August Rain falls for 1 days and accumulates 10mm (0.39") of rain.
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 19:53. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 19:12 CEST.