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 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
As Gatun, Panama, welcomes August, the average high-temperature records at a still moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. Gatun's nighttime temperatures in August settle close to daytime highs at an average of 25.3°C (77.5°F).Heat index
August's average heat index is evaluated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 85%.Rainfall
In Gatun, in August, during 25.8 rainfall days, 128mm (5.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gatun, there are 266.8 rainfall days, and 1014mm (39.92") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Gatun, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 25min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:28 EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 7.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Frequently asked questions
Is it hot in Gatun during August?
What is the average humidity in August in Gatun?
How many days does it rain in August in Gatun?
What is the average length of the day in August in Gatun?
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Gatun?
How many hours of sunshine does Gatun have in August?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Gatun?
How high is the UV index in August in Gatun?
Average temperature in August
Gatun, Panama
- Average high temperature in August: 28.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (29.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (24.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Gatun, Panama
- Average pressure in August: 1010mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1011.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1009.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Gatun, Panama
- Average wind speed in August: 7.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.3km/h).
Average humidity in August
Gatun, Panama
- Average humidity in August: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).
Average rainfall in August
Gatun, Panama
- Average rainfall in August: 128mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (144mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Gatun, Panama
- Average rainfall days in August: 25.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gatun, Panama
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gatun, Panama
- Average sunshine days in August: 4.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Gatun, Panama
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are October and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Gatun, Panama
- Average cloud cover in August: 50
The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 44).
Average visibility in August
Gatun, Panama
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
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