August weather forecast
Junique, French Guiana

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Junique, French Guiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32°C (89.6°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

Junique's shift into August sets the average high-temperature at a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from July's 30.6°C (87.1°F). During August, the average low-temperature is an agreeable 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Be prepared: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Continued activity may lead to heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 19 days. Throughout August, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is accumulated. In Junique, during the entire year, the rain falls for 253 days and collects up to 878mm (34.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Junique, French Guiana, is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:42 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.7h.

UV index

July through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Junique. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.