August weather forecast
Cruz, Portugal

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Cruz, Portugal, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.2°C (81°F) and 15°C (59°F).

Temperature

Cruz experiences its highest average temperatures in August, reaching a peak of 27.2°C (81°F) and a minimum of 15°C (59°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 65%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Cruz, during August, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of precipitation. In Cruz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.9 days and collects up to 828mm (32.6") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Cruz, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 48min.
On the first day of August in Cruz, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 20:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 20:08 WEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Cruz, Portugal, is 10.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 6, August is the month with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Feb 2, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Cruz?

August is the month that records the highest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 27.2°C (81°F) to a low of 15°C (59°F).

What is the usual temperature for Cruz in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cruz, Portugal, during August are 27.2°C (81°F) and 15°C (59°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What are the least humid months in Cruz?

The months with the lowest humidity in Cruz are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 65%.

What is the average humidity in August in Cruz?

The average relative humidity in August in Cruz, Portugal, is 65%.

How many days does it rain in August in Cruz?

In August, in Cruz, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout August, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cruz have in August?

In August, the average day length in Cruz, Portugal, is 13h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Cruz?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 20:51. On the last day of the month, in Cruz, Portugal, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 20:08 WEST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Cruz?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Cruz?

The month with the highest UV index is August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Cruz?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Cruz, Portugal, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Cruz, Portugal

Average temperature in August - Cruz, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in August: 27.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 15°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (15.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (6.1°C).

Average pressure in August
Cruz, Portugal

Average pressure in August - Cruz, Portugal
  • Average pressure in August: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Cruz, Portugal

Average wind speed in August - Cruz, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
Cruz, Portugal

Average humidity in August - Cruz, Portugal
  • Average humidity in August: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (65%).

Average rainfall in August
Cruz, Portugal

Average rainfall in August - Cruz, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in August: 9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (125mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (8mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Cruz, Portugal

Average rainfall days in August - Cruz, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in August: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.5 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cruz, Portugal

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Cruz, Portugal
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Cruz, Portugal

Average sunshine days in August - Cruz, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in August: 26.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (26.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (13.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Cruz, Portugal

Average UV index in August - Cruz, Portugal
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Cruz, Portugal

Average cloud cover in August - Cruz, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in August: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in August
Cruz, Portugal

Average visibility in August - Cruz, Portugal
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and April (8km).

Cruz, Portugal

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