August weather forecast
Sabalito, Costa Rica

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Sabalito, Costa Rica, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°C (83.5°F) and 22.2°C (72°F).

Temperature

August brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.6°C (83.5°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. In Sabalito, August is marked by an average low-temperature of 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is evaluated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 85%.

Rainfall

In Sabalito, in August, it is raining for 30.5 days, with typically 277mm (10.91") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 309.5 rainfall days, and 2106mm (82.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Sabalito is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of August, in Sabalito, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 17:40 CST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Sabalito is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. 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-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.