August weather forecastMajibacoa, Cuba

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Majibacoa, Cuba, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.4°C (74.1°F) and max 33.4°C (92.1°F).

Temperature

Majibacoa's warmest weather arrives in August, when temperatures average a high of 33.4°C (92.1°F) and a low of 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Majibacoa is 79%.

Rainfall

In Majibacoa, during August, the rain falls for 20 days and regularly aggregates up to 99mm (3.9") of precipitation. In Majibacoa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 202.5 days and collects up to 785mm (30.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Majibacoa, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 19:45. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:23 CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.6h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during August translates into these guidelines:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.