August weather forecast
Las Cumbres, Panama

August sees a slight increase in temperature, recording an average high of 29.2°C (84.6°F). The environment remains humid and moist, while also retaining the consistent wind speed. Interestingly, the rainfall sees a decrease, breaking the common peak rainy season pattern. The blend of all these factors creates an enchanting ambiance in the city. As the city witnesses a wave of greener landscape, Las Cumbres paints a breathtaking picture during August.

Temperature

The introduction of August notes a subtle temperature variation to a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F) from July's 29.2°C (84.6°F). Las Cumbres registers a subtle dip to an average of 24.3°C (75.7°F) during the nights of August.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Las Cumbres are July, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Las Cumbres, in August, it is raining for 27.3 days, with typically 261mm (10.28") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Las Cumbres, there are 282 rainfall days, and 1912mm (75.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Las Cumbres, Panama, is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of August, in Las Cumbres, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:27 EST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Las Cumbres is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Las Cumbres, Panama. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During August, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.