August weather forecastKwabanna, Guyana

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is a hot month in Kwabanna, Guyana, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.8°C (74.8°F) and max 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

With the advent of August, Kwabanna's high-temperatures adjust to a tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Kwabanna observes an average low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F) during August nights.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kwabanna, in August, it is raining for 28.4 days, with typically 152mm (5.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kwabanna, there are 305.1 rainfall days, and 1386mm (54.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:04 -04.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

UV index

March through October, 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.