August weather forecastDe Kinderen, Guyana

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in De Kinderen, Guyana, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.9°C (73.2°F) and max 32.2°C (90°F).

Temperature

De Kinderen notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.2°C (90°F) in August, hardly diverging from July. De Kinderen throughout August, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In De Kinderen, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In August, in De Kinderen, the rain falls for 20.8 days. Throughout August, 82mm (3.23") of precipitation is accumulated. In De Kinderen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 312.9 days and collects up to 1254mm (49.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in De Kinderen, Guyana, is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 17:58 -04.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in De Kinderen.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in De Kinderen, Guyana, are March, April, July through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.