August weather forecast
Pirara, Guyana

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Pirara, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.2°C (88.2°F) and min 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Temperature

Upon the onset of August, Pirara witnesses an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.2°C (88.2°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. August nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

August's average heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 23.8 days. Throughout August, 131mm (5.16") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 204.4 rainfall days, and 941mm (37.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Pirara, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of August, in Pirara, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:04 -04.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Pirara is August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Pirara in August?
In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Pirara, Guyana, are 31.2°C (88.2°F) and 22.4°C (72.3°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 41°C (105.8°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Pirara?
In August, the average relative humidity in Pirara, Guyana, is 78%.
How much does it rain in Pirara in August?
In Pirara, in August, it is raining for 23.8 days, with typically 131mm (5.16") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow in Pirara?
January through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Pirara.
Does it snow in Pirara in August?
In Pirara, Guyana, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.
How many hours of daylight does Pirara have in August?
In August, the average day length in Pirara is 12h and 14min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Pirara?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:04 -04.
What month has the most sunshine in Pirara?
August has the most sunshine of the year in Pirara, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Pirara have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August in Pirara is 10.5h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Pirara?
January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
How high is the UV index in August in Pirara?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Pirara is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Pirara, Guyana
  • Average high temperature in August: 31.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (34.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (30°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 22.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (24°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (22.2°C).

Average pressure in August
Pirara, Guyana
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Pirara, Guyana
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Pirara, Guyana
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (59%).

Average rainfall in August
Pirara, Guyana
  • Average rainfall in August: 131mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (186mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (9mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Pirara, Guyana
  • Average rainfall days in August: 23.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Pirara, Guyana
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Pirara, Guyana
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Pirara, Guyana
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Pirara, Guyana
  • Average sunshine days in August: 5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (1.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Pirara, Guyana
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Pirara, Guyana
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Pirara, Guyana
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July and August (9km).

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