August weather forecastVarjota, Brazil

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Varjota, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 20.4°C (68.7°F) and 33.9°C (93°F).

Temperature

The start of August marks an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.9°C (93°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in July. Varjota logs a substantial downturn to a pleasant 20.4°C (68.7°F) during August nights, a considerable shift from daytime highs.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is appraised at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In Varjota, the average relative humidity in August is 55%.

Rainfall

In Varjota, during August, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation. In Varjota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184 days and collects up to 817mm (32.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Varjota is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of August in Varjota, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:43 -03.

Sunshine

August and September, with an average of 9.4h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Varjota.

UV index

July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Varjota, Brazil. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in August translates into these instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.