August weather forecastPoço Dantas, Brazil

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is also a hot month in Poço Dantas, Brazil, with an average temperature varying between 19.3°C (66.7°F) and 32.8°C (91°F).

Temperature

The onset of August marks an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.8°C (91°F), hardly differing from July's 30.8°C (87.4°F). Poço Dantas reports a sharp reduction in temperature during August, averaging at a comfortable 19.3°C (66.7°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index in August is evaluated at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In Poço Dantas, the average relative humidity in August is 54%.

Rainfall

In Poço Dantas, in August, during 4.1 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Poço Dantas, Brazil, there are 161.9 rainfall days, and 582mm (22.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Poço Dantas, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 17:33 -03.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Poço Dantas are January through March, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.