August weather forecast
Caculama, Angola

August, the last month of the winter in Caculama, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32°C (89.6°F) and min 17.7°C (63.9°F).

Temperature

August is Caculama's warmest month, registering average high temperatures of 32°C (89.6°F) and lows of 17.7°C (63.9°F).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Caculama is 62%.

Rainfall

In Caculama, Angola, during August, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 208.7 rainfall days, and 1182mm (46.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of August in Caculama, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:50 WAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Caculama. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.