August weather forecastPlaya Ancon, Cuba
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Playa Ancon, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.1°C (86.2°F) and 24.4°C (75.9°F).Temperature
August, noted for its average high-temperature of 30.1°C (86.2°F) and an average low-temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F), is considered the warmest month.Heat index
The heat index for August is computed to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 82%.Rainfall
In Playa Ancon, in August, it is raining for 28.4 days, with typically 183mm (7.2") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 222.5 rainfall days, and 1260mm (49.61") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Playa Ancon, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 52min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 19:59. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 19:37 CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during August translates into these guidelines:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average high temperature in August: 30.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 24.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°C).
Average pressure in August
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average pressure in August: 1014.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average wind speed in August: 10km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.5km/h).
Average humidity in August
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average humidity in August: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average rainfall in August: 183mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and September (196mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (21mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average rainfall days in August: 28.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 54min
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 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 6min
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 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average sunshine days in August: 2.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (1.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Playa Ancon, 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
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (9km).
