August weather forecast
Santa Mónica, Cuba

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Santa Mónica, Cuba, with an average temperature varying between 32.4°C (90.3°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Santa Mónica's average high-temperature is noted with the start of August, touching a still hot 32.4°C (90.3°F) from July's 32.5°C (90.5°F). Throughout August, Santa Mónica registers a consistent average low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In Santa Mónica, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Santa Mónica is August, when the rain falls for 25.4 days and typically aggregates up to 124mm (4.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Santa Mónica is 12h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 20:10. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 19:47 CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.