August weather forecastAnanás, Brazil

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is a torrid month in Ananás, Brazil, with an average temperature varying between 21.3°C (70.3°F) and 35.6°C (96.1°F).

Temperature

Ananás marks the onset of August with an average high-temperature of a sweltering 35.6°C (96.1°F), subtly divergent from July's 32.9°C (91.2°F). Despite drastic daily temperature oscillations, Ananás cools down to an average low-temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F) in August.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is calculated to be an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 46%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

August is the month with the least rainfall in Ananás. Rain falls for 2.4 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ananás, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of August, in Ananás, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:12 -03.

Sunshine

In Ananás, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ananás are March, May, July through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following advice:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.