August weather forecastAnajás, Brazil

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Anajás, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 22.2°C (72°F) and 34.5°C (94.1°F).

Temperature

With the arrival of August, Anajás's average high-temperature registers at a still hot 34.5°C (94.1°F), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. Anajás documents a significant temperature variance in August, with the mean nighttime lows settling at an agreeable 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at a blazing hot 50°C (122°F). Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Anajás, in August, during 16.4 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Anajás, there are 282.9 rainfall days, and 1449mm (57.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:22 -03.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.

UV index

May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.