August weather forecastLimonal, Costa Rica

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Limonal, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Temperature

As August takes its course, Limonal's average high-temperature registers at a still warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. During August, Limonal consistently records a temperature low averaging a still moderately hot 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 26.4 days. Throughout August, 213mm (8.39") of precipitation is accumulated. In Limonal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 218.6 days and collects up to 1456mm (57.32") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Limonal, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 17:49 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. 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. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.