August weather forecastTururu, Brazil

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another warm month in Tururu, Brazil, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.3°C (75.7°F) and max 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

August is marked by an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Tururu's August nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is appraised at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived 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. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Tururu, during August, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. In Tururu, Brazil, during the entire year, the rain falls for 214.6 days and collects up to 868mm (34.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Tururu is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:39 -03.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following advice:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.