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
Palero's August weather, with an average high temperature of 28.9°C (84°F) and an average low temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F), tends to be the warmest of the year.Heat index
The heat index for August is estimated at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are March and August, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 20.4 days. Throughout August, 83mm (3.27") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Palero, Dominican Republic, there are 248.2 rainfall days, and 1018mm (40.08") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 46min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:57 AST.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine in Palero are June, August and September, with an average of 8.4h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in August in Palero?
How many hours of daylight does Palero have in August?
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Palero?
What are the months with the most sunshine in Palero?
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What are the months with the highest UV index in Palero?
How high is the UV index in August in Palero?
Average temperature in August
Palero, Dominican Republic
- Average high temperature in August: 28.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.4°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 18.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (15.4°C).
Average pressure in August
Palero, Dominican Republic
- Average pressure in August: 1015.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1013mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Palero, Dominican Republic
- Average wind speed in August: 5.9km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Palero, Dominican Republic
- Average humidity in August: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is November (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and August (82%).
Average rainfall in August
Palero, Dominican Republic
- Average rainfall in August: 83mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (185mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (34mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Palero, Dominican Republic
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.7 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Palero, Dominican Republic
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 8h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June, August and September (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Palero, Dominican Republic
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (4.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Palero, Dominican Republic
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Palero, Dominican Republic
- Average cloud cover in August: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 41).
Average visibility in August
Palero, Dominican Republic
- Average visibility in August: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (7km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (6km).
Palero, Dominican Republic
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