August weather forecastPotiretama, Brazil

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Potiretama, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.6°C (70.9°F) and an average high of 34.5°C (94.1°F).

Temperature

August's average high-temperature stands at a still hot 34.5°C (94.1°F), showing little deviation from July's 32.3°C (90.1°F). August witnesses a substantial contrast between the daytime highs and the average low of 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. 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.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In Potiretama, Brazil, the average relative humidity in August is 57%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Potiretama, 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 17:32 -03.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Potiretama, Brazil. The months with the lowest UV index in Potiretama are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during August morphs into the following directions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.