August weather forecastSanto Domingo, Cuba
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Santo Domingo, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 32.6°C (90.7°F).Temperature
August, having an average high-temperature of 32.6°C (90.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F), is the warmest month.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.
Humidity
In Santo Domingo, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.Rainfall
In Santo Domingo, Cuba, in August, it is raining for 20 days, with typically 76mm (2.99") of accumulated precipitation. In Santo Domingo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.4 days and collects up to 558mm (21.97") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 53min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 20:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 19:38 CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Santo Domingo is 10.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Santo Domingo, Cuba
- Average high temperature in August: 32.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 23.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.5°C).
Average pressure in August
Santo Domingo, Cuba
- Average pressure in August: 1014.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Santo Domingo, Cuba
- Average wind speed in August: 8.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (8.1km/h).
Average humidity in August
Santo Domingo, Cuba
- Average humidity in August: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Santo Domingo, Cuba
- Average rainfall in August: 76mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (84mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and March (14mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Santo Domingo, Cuba
- Average rainfall days in August: 20 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Santo Domingo, 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: 10h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Santo Domingo, Cuba
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Santo Domingo, 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
Santo Domingo, Cuba
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).
The months with the least cloud cover are March, April, July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Santo Domingo, Cuba
- Average visibility in August: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are March and April (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
