August weather forecast
Kepioudou, French Guiana

August, the last month of the summer in Kepioudou, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 21.1°C (70°F) and 33°C (91.4°F).

Temperature

The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33°C (91.4°F), nearly identical to July's 31.3°C (88.3°F). Throughout August, Kepioudou witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 21.1°C (70°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Heed: Expect heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continued action may cause heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Kepioudou is 80%.

Rainfall

In Kepioudou, during August, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation. In Kepioudou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 259.6 days and collects up to 915mm (36.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kepioudou, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of August in Kepioudou, French Guiana, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:44 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Kepioudou is 8.8h.

UV index

July through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.