August weather forecast
Barro Duro, Brazil

The last month of the winter, August, is a sweltering month in Barro Duro, Brazil, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°C (72.1°F) and 35.1°C (95.2°F).

Temperature

Upon the beginning of August, Barro Duro's high-temperatures register at a fiery hot 35.1°C (95.2°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Barro Duro documents a substantial deviation from daytime highs with a consistent low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) during August nights.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Barro Duro is 48%.

Rainfall

In Barro Duro, during August, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation. In Barro Duro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 220.8 days and collects up to 1560mm (61.42") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Barro Duro, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of August in Barro Duro, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:50 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.5h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Barro Duro, Brazil, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.