August weather forecastSan Cristobal, Cuba
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in San Cristobal, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.6°C (88.9°F) and 25.9°C (78.6°F).Temperature
The average high-temperature is a still tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F) in August, hardly different from the 31.8°C (89.2°F) recorded in July. In San Cristobal, an average nighttime temperature of 25.9°C (78.6°F) is expected during August.Heat index
For August, the heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. 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. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in San Cristobal is 77%.Rainfall
In San Cristobal, during August, the rain falls for 20.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 90mm (3.54") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.4 rainfall days, and 650mm (25.59") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 53min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 20:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 19:49 CDT.
Sunshine
In San Cristobal, the average sunshine in August is 9.2h.UV index
March through October, 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 the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
San Cristobal, Cuba
- Average high temperature in August: 31.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.7°C).
Average pressure in August
San Cristobal, Cuba
- Average pressure in August: 1014.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1013.1mbar).
Average wind speed in August
San Cristobal, Cuba
- Average wind speed in August: 10.4km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (14.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
San Cristobal, Cuba
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (71%).
Average rainfall in August
San Cristobal, Cuba
- Average rainfall in August: 90mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (93mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (12mm).
Average rainfall days in August
San Cristobal, Cuba
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
San Cristobal, Cuba
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
San Cristobal, Cuba
- Average sunshine days in August: 8.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.2 days).
Average UV index in August
San Cristobal, Cuba
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
San Cristobal, Cuba
- Average cloud cover in August: 22
The months with the most cloud cover are January, June and October (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in August
San Cristobal, Cuba
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
