The city of
Burgas continues to sizzle in
August, matching
July's high temperatures, while the Black Sea's temperature peaks to the highest for the year at 25°C (77°F). Consequently, this makes sea-related activities popular among the people. Despite this, there's a slight reduction in daylight hours compared to July. Festival season is in full swing, and the city and its surroundings are vibrant and bustling. The late summer weather begins to chill slightly towards the end of the month, heralding the upcoming fall.
Temperature
The advent of August presents an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Burgas's temperature lowers to a mean of 20.3°C (68.5°F) during the nights in August.
Heat index
The heat index for August is computed to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 71.4%.
Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall in Burgas is August, when the rain falls for 2.2 days and typically collects 28mm (1.1") of precipitation.
Sea temperature
August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 25°C (77°F).
Note: For swimming, diving, and enjoying other water activities, the range of 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) in water temperature is considered ideal, offering pleasure for extended periods without discomfort.
Daylight
In Burgas,
Bulgaria, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 20:30. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:46 EEST.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.1h.
UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 8 during August translates into these guidelines:
Always safeguard yourself; without protection, skin and eyes can get damaged instantly. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Note! The Sun's UV radiation gets intensified with the reflection from sand and water.