August weather forecastCariré, Brazil

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another hot month in Cariré, Brazil, with an average temperature varying between 34.5°C (94.1°F) and 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Temperature

The transition from July to August sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34.5°C (94.1°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Cariré records a significant temperature drop in August nights, lowering to an average of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Eyes open: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Prolonged exertion could lead to heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Cariré, Brazil, is 60%.

Rainfall

In Cariré, during August, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 204.6 rainfall days, and 1055mm (41.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cariré, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:43 -03.

Sunshine

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

UV index

July through December, 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in August leads to these guidelines:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.