Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
In Cortona, August is identified by the highest average temperatures, reaching a peak of 29.3°C (84.7°F) and a low of 15.3°C (59.5°F).Heat index
August's average heat index is calculated to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
August is the least humid month in Cortona, with an average relative humidity of 64%.Rainfall
In Cortona, in August, during 7.1 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.4 rainfall days, and 546mm (21.5") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Cortona, Italy, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In Cortona, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 55min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 20:33. On the last day of August, in Cortona, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 19:48 CEST.
Sunshine
In Cortona, the average sunshine in August is 11.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Cortona is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Frequently asked questions
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How high is the UV index in August in Cortona?
Average temperature in August
Cortona, Italy
- Average high temperature in August: 29.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 15.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°C).
Average pressure in August
Cortona, Italy
- Average pressure in August: 1014.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.5mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Cortona, Italy
- Average wind speed in August: 7.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4km/h).
Average humidity in August
Cortona, Italy
- Average humidity in August: 64%
The month with the highest relative humidity is November (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (64%).
Average rainfall in August
Cortona, Italy
- Average rainfall in August: 21mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (79mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (20mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Cortona, Italy
- Average rainfall days in August: 7.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Cortona, Italy
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (26mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Cortona, Italy
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cortona, Italy
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Cortona, Italy
- Average sunshine days in August: 22.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Cortona, Italy
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Cortona, Italy
- Average cloud cover in August: 14
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in August
Cortona, Italy
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, October, November and December (8km).
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