August weather forecastBejucal, Cuba

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Bejucal, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and an average high of 32.4°C (90.3°F).

Temperature

With the advent of August, Bejucal experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.4°C (90.3°F), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. An average nighttime temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) is witnessed in Bejucal throughout August.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Bejucal is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Bejucal is August, when the rain falls for 25.4 days and typically aggregates up to 124mm (4.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bejucal, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 54min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 20:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 19:47 CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.8h.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bejucal. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during August leads to these advisories:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.