August weather forecastCaatinga do Atanásio, Brazil

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Caatinga do Atanásio, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 34.5°C (94.1°F) and 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Temperature

Shifting into August, Caatinga do Atanásio records an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.5°C (94.1°F), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. Caatinga do Atanásio reports a marked divergence from daytime peaks throughout August, with lows averaging at a pleasant 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Heat index

August's average heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. 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 vital to babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 57%.

Rainfall

In Caatinga do Atanásio, in August, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127 rainfall days, and 344mm (13.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 17:33 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Caatinga do Atanásio. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in August, in Caatinga do Atanásio, is 34.5°C (94.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 21.6°C (70.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 42°C (107.6°F).

The average relative humidity in August is 57%.

In Caatinga do Atanásio, in August, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation.

In Caatinga do Atanásio, the average day length in August is 11h and 56min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 17:33 -03.

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.6h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Caatinga do Atanásio, Brazil

  • Average high temperature in August: 34.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (36°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (32°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (24.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (21.6°C).

Average pressure in August
Caatinga do Atanásio, Brazil

  • Average pressure in August: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Caatinga do Atanásio, Brazil

  • Average wind speed in August: 16.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (18.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (11.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
Caatinga do Atanásio, Brazil

  • Average humidity in August: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (55%).

Average rainfall in August
Caatinga do Atanásio, Brazil

  • Average rainfall in August: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (83mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (1mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Caatinga do Atanásio, Brazil

  • Average rainfall days in August: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.9 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Caatinga do Atanásio, Brazil

  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Caatinga do Atanásio, Brazil

  • Average sunshine days in August: 25.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and October (27.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Caatinga do Atanásio, Brazil

  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in August
Caatinga do Atanásio, Brazil

  • Average cloud cover in August: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in August
Caatinga do Atanásio, Brazil

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April and May (9km).