August weather forecast
San Antonio del Sur, Cuba

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in San Antonio del Sur, Cuba, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°C (75.4°F) and 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

San Antonio del Sur's August weather reaches an average high of 31.8°C (89.2°F) and an average low of 24.1°C (75.4°F), making it the warmest month.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is computed to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in San Antonio del Sur is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, in San Antonio del Sur, the rain falls for 18.6 days. Throughout August, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in San Antonio del Sur, there are 209 rainfall days, and 646mm (25.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In San Antonio del Sur, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:36. On the last day of August, in San Antonio del Sur, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:15 CDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in San Antonio del Sur are April through October, 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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.