August weather forecast
Ippoussing, French Guiana

August, the last month of the summer in Ippoussing, is a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.9°C (75°F) and an average high of 30.9°C (87.6°F).

Temperature

August brings a marginal elevation to a hot 30.9°C (87.6°F) from July's 29.8°C (85.6°F) in Ippoussing's average high-temperatures. During the month of August, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is computed to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Ippoussing is 78%.

Rainfall

In August, in Ippoussing, French Guiana, the rain falls for 19.2 days. Throughout August, 68mm (2.68") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ippoussing, French Guiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 277 days and collects up to 1707mm (67.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:36 -03.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ippoussing are June through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.