August weather forecast
Altos, Brazil

August, the last month of the winter in Altos, is a torrid month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.1°C (95.2°F) and an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

August's average high-temperature stands at a torrid 35.1°C (95.2°F), showing little deviation from July's 32.9°C (91.2°F). Altos registers a pronounced decline from daytime peak temperatures, averaging a pleasant 22.3°C (72.1°F) lows in August.

Heat index

August's heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant 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.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Altos, the average relative humidity in August is 48%.

Rainfall

In Altos, in August, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Altos, Brazil, there are 220.8 rainfall days, and 1560mm (61.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Altos is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of August in Altos, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:50 -03.

Sunshine

In Altos, the average sunshine in August is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Altos is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.