August weather forecast
Junco do Seridó, Brazil

August, the last month of the winter in Junco do Seridó, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.7°C (89.1°F) and an average low of 19.3°C (66.7°F).

Temperature

August's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.7°C (89.1°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. Junco do Seridó registers a prominent dip from daytime highs, with an average of 19.3°C (66.7°F) during the nights of August.

Heat index

The heat index in August is estimated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Junco do Seridó is 60%.

Rainfall

August and September are months with the least rain in Junco do Seridó when the rain falls for 1.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of August in Junco do Seridó, Brazil, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 17:26 -03.

Sunshine

In Junco do Seridó, the average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

January through March, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.