August weather forecastBacunayagua, Cuba
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Bacunayagua, Cuba, with an average temperature varying between 24.5°C (76.1°F) and 32.1°C (89.8°F).Temperature
Bacunayagua, Cuba, experiences its highest temperatures in August, with an average peak of 32.1°C (89.8°F) and a low of 24.5°C (76.1°F).Heat index
August's heat index is estimated at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Eyes open: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Prolonged exertion could lead to heatstroke.Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.
Humidity
In Bacunayagua, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.6 days and accumulates 119mm (4.69") of precipitation.Daylight
In Bacunayagua, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 55min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 20:08. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 19:44 CDT.
Sunshine
In Bacunayagua, the average sunshine in August is 9.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. 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. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Bacunayagua, Cuba
- Average high temperature in August: 32.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 24.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.6°C).
Average pressure in August
Bacunayagua, Cuba
- Average pressure in August: 1014.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1013.1mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Bacunayagua, Cuba
- Average wind speed in August: 9.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.5km/h).
Average humidity in August
Bacunayagua, Cuba
- Average humidity in August: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Bacunayagua, Cuba
- Average rainfall in August: 119mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (119mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (19mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Bacunayagua, Cuba
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (10.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bacunayagua, Cuba
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Bacunayagua, Cuba
- Average sunshine days in August: 5.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (4.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Bacunayagua, Cuba
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Bacunayagua, Cuba
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Bacunayagua, Cuba
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August, September, October and December (9km).
