August weather forecastPeralta, Dominican Republic
August weather forecast for Peralta, Dominican Republic: August, the last month of the summer in Peralta, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 21.6°C (70.9°F) and 29.8°C (85.6°F). The average heat index, which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 36°C (96.8°F).
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Peralta, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 21.6°C (70.9°F) and 29.8°C (85.6°F).Temperature
In Peralta, the average temperatures in August are the highest, with a peak at 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a low of 21.6°C (70.9°F).Heat index
The heat index in August is evaluated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. 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.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 22 days and typically aggregates up to 93mm (3.66") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:58 AST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Peralta, Dominican Republic
- Average high temperature in August: 29.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 21.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°C).
Average pressure in August
Peralta, Dominican Republic
- Average pressure in August: 1014.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.7mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Peralta, Dominican Republic
- Average wind speed in August: 8.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (9.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (7.1km/h).
Average humidity in August
Peralta, Dominican Republic
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Peralta, Dominican Republic
- Average rainfall in August: 93mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (93mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (10mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Peralta, Dominican Republic
- Average rainfall days in August: 22 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Peralta, Dominican Republic
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 42min
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: 9h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Peralta, Dominican Republic
- Average sunshine days in August: 5.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Peralta, Dominican Republic
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Peralta, Dominican Republic
- Average cloud cover in August: 22
The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in August
Peralta, Dominican Republic
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and October (9km).
