Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
August registers as the month with the highest average temperatures, reaching 30.9°C (87.6°F) at its peak and 24.3°C (75.7°F) at the lowest.Heat index
The heat index value during August is estimated at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 81%.Rainfall
The wettest months in La Joya are July and August, with an average 105mm (4.13") of rainfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in La Joya is 12h and 44min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:53 AST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 8.6h.UV index
April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in La Joya. 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 daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
La Joya, Dominican Republic
- Average high temperature in August: 30.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 24.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (21.3°C).
Average pressure in August
La Joya, Dominican Republic
- Average pressure in August: 1014.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in August
La Joya, Dominican Republic
- Average wind speed in August: 10.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
La Joya, Dominican Republic
- Average humidity in August: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are September, October and November (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (76%).
Average rainfall in August
La Joya, Dominican Republic
- Average rainfall in August: 105mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (105mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (20mm).
Average rainfall days in August
La Joya, Dominican Republic
- Average rainfall days in August: 23.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.1 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
La Joya, Dominican Republic
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
La Joya, Dominican Republic
- Average sunshine days in August: 4.1 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and March (11.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (2.8 days).
Average UV index in August
La Joya, Dominican Republic
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
La Joya, Dominican Republic
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The months with the most cloud cover are May and July (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
La Joya, Dominican Republic
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March and June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
La Joya, Dominican Republic
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