August weather forecastPetaloudes, Greece
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Petaloudes, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 26.1°C (79°F).Temperature
With average high and low temperatures of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 26.1°C (79°F) respectively, August is Petaloudes's warmest month.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). If one continues to be active during enduring exposure, it could result in fatigue and heat cramps.Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 68%.Rainfall
August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 20:13. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:36 EEST.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Petaloudes is 12.1h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Petaloudes, Greece
- Average high temperature in August: 28.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.7°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 26.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.5°C).
Average pressure in August
Petaloudes, Greece
- Average pressure in August: 1007.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1017.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.1mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Petaloudes, Greece
- Average wind speed in August: 16.1km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (21.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (14.4km/h).
Average humidity in August
Petaloudes, Greece
- Average humidity in August: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (70%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (64%).
Average rainfall in August
Petaloudes, Greece
- Average rainfall in August: 1mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (125mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Petaloudes, Greece
- Average rainfall days in August: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.6 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Petaloudes, Greece
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 12h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Petaloudes, Greece
- Average sunshine days in August: 29.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Petaloudes, Greece
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Petaloudes, Greece
- Average cloud cover in August: 3
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 2).
Average visibility in August
Petaloudes, Greece
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
