August weather forecast
Placencia, Belize

August witnesses a significant decline in rainfall, transitioning towards the end of the rainy season. As rainfall decreases, the temperature remains consistent with previous summer months. Cloud cover decreases marginally, giving way to more visible skies and better weather conditions. Trade winds continue to moderate temperature and humidity, making conditions agreeable amidst changing weather patterns.

Temperature

Placencia's weather in August displays an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.1°C (88°F), showing minor disparity from July's 30.5°C (86.9°F). The month of August records an average low-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In Placencia, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In Placencia, in August, during 27.1 rainfall days, 142mm (5.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 293.1 rainfall days, and 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Placencia is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of August, in Placencia, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:07 CST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.