August weather forecastViçosa do Ceará, Brazil

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another hot month in Viçosa do Ceará, Brazil, with an average temperature varying between 20.4°C (68.7°F) and 33.7°C (92.7°F).

Temperature

Viçosa do Ceará experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still hot 33.7°C (92.7°F) with the onset of August, maintaining near parity with July's 31.2°C (88.2°F). Viçosa do Ceará witnesses a consistent, sharp contrast from the daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F) throughout August.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Viçosa do Ceará is 61%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout August, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is accumulated. In Viçosa do Ceará, during the entire year, the rain falls for 206 days and collects up to 1061mm (41.77") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Viçosa do Ceará, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:45 -03.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Viçosa do Ceará is 9.7h.

UV index

July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Viçosa do Ceará. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.