August weather forecastOmaja, Cuba
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Omaja, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.4°C (74.1°F) and max 33.4°C (92.1°F).Temperature
August is the warmest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 33.4°C (92.1°F) and an average low of 23.4°C (74.1°F).Heat index
The average heat index in August is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). Eyes open: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Prolonged exertion could lead to heatstroke.It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical 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 the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Omaja is 79%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 20 days. Throughout August, 99mm (3.9") of precipitation is accumulated. In Omaja, during the entire year, the rain falls for 202.5 days and collects up to 785mm (30.91") of precipitation.Daylight
In Omaja, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 49min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 19:45. On the last day of the month, 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 in Omaja are April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in August leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Omaja, Cuba
- Average high temperature in August: 33.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (33.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 23.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (23.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.5°C).
Average pressure in August
Omaja, Cuba
- Average pressure in August: 1014.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.4mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Omaja, Cuba
- Average wind speed in August: 8.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (7.3km/h).
Average humidity in August
Omaja, Cuba
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Omaja, Cuba
- Average rainfall in August: 99mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (127mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (18mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Omaja, Cuba
- Average rainfall days in August: 20 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Omaja, 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: 10h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Omaja, Cuba
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (5.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Omaja, 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
Omaja, Cuba
- Average cloud cover in August: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in August
Omaja, Cuba
- Average visibility in August: 8km
The month with the highest visibility is March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September, October, November and December (7km).
