August weather forecastAntilla, Cuba
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Antilla, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.3°C (88.3°F) and min 26.1°C (79°F).Temperature
With average high and low temperatures of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and 26.1°C (79°F) respectively, August is Antilla's warmest month.Heat index
The average heat index in August is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Antilla, Cuba, is 76%.Rainfall
In Antilla, in August, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation. In Antilla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 196.4 days and collects up to 548mm (21.57") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Antilla is 12h and 49min.On the first day of August in Antilla, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:19 CDT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 11.2h of sunshine.UV index
April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Antilla, Cuba
- Average high temperature in August: 31.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 26.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (22.2°C).
Average pressure in August
Antilla, Cuba
- Average pressure in August: 1014.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.3mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Antilla, Cuba
- Average wind speed in August: 16.2km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and December (16.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (12.5km/h).
Average humidity in August
Antilla, Cuba
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Antilla, Cuba
- Average rainfall in August: 48mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (23mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Antilla, Cuba
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.4 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and October (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.6 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Antilla, Cuba
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Antilla, Cuba
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Antilla, Cuba
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Antilla, Cuba
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Antilla, Cuba
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
