Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The warmest period tends to be August, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 32.1°C (89.8°F) and a low of 22.6°C (72.7°F).Heat index
The average heat index in August is appraised at a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 79%.Rainfall
In Las Guásimas, in August, it is raining for 24.6 days, with typically 119mm (4.69") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 233.3 rainfall days, and 982mm (38.66") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Las Guásimas, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 47min.On the first day of August in Las Guásimas, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:18 CDT.
Sunshine
In Las Guásimas, Cuba, the average sunshine in August is 11.1h.UV index
May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 7 in August transforms into this advice:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Las Guásimas, 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 (28°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 22.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°C).
Average pressure in August
Las Guásimas, Cuba
- Average pressure in August: 1014.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.1mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Las Guásimas, Cuba
- Average wind speed in August: 6.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Las Guásimas, Cuba
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Las Guásimas, Cuba
- Average rainfall in August: 119mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (161mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (21mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Las Guásimas, Cuba
- Average rainfall days in August: 24.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Las Guásimas, Cuba
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Las Guásimas, Cuba
- Average sunshine days in August: 2.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Las Guásimas, Cuba
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Las Guásimas, Cuba
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The months with the most cloud cover are May, October and November (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Las Guásimas, Cuba
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September, October and November (8km).
Las Guásimas, Cuba
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