August weather forecast
Café, French Guiana

August, the last month of the summer in Café, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.8°C (91°F) and 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Temperature

Café observes an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.8°C (91°F) in August, barely different from 31.1°C (88°F) in July. Significant variation from daytime temperatures marks August, with the month recording a nightly average of 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Café, in August, during 18.8 rainfall days, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Café, French Guiana, there are 265.5 rainfall days, and 1078mm (42.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Café is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:40 -03.

Sunshine

In Café, the average sunshine in August is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.