August weather forecastBeneditinos, Brazil

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is a very hot month in Beneditinos, Brazil, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°C (72.1°F) and 35.1°C (95.2°F).

Temperature

Beneditinos ushers in August with an average high-temperature of a sweltering 35.1°C (95.2°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. Beneditinos's nighttime average of 22.3°C (72.1°F) during August reflects a substantial decrease from the daytime temperature.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Beneditinos, Brazil, in August, during 6.6 rainfall days, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Beneditinos, Brazil, during the entire year, the rain falls for 220.8 days and collects up to 1560mm (61.42") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Beneditinos, Brazil, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of August, in Beneditinos, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:49 -03.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.