August weather forecastQuixadá, Brazil

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Quixadá, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33°C (91.4°F) and 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Temperature

Quixadá, Brazil, in August witnesses an average high-temperature of a still hot 33°C (91.4°F), indicating a slight variation from July's 30.5°C (86.9°F). Quixadá, in the heat of August, registers a significant plunge to a mean of 20.9°C (69.6°F) during the nights.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. 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. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In Quixadá, the average relative humidity in August is 61%.

Rainfall

In Quixadá, during August, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Quixadá, there are 203.7 rainfall days, and 1151mm (45.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 17:36 -03.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

January, July 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 health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. 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. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.