August weather forecastBalangnin, Haiti
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Balangnin, Haiti, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 25.1°C (77.2°F).Temperature
Balangnin's warmest weather arrives in August, when temperatures average a high of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low of 25.1°C (77.2°F).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
In Balangnin, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Balangnin, Haiti, in August, during 18.3 rainfall days, 74mm (2.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 196.7 rainfall days, and 531mm (20.91") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Balangnin is 12h and 44min.On the first day of August in Balangnin, Haiti, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:07 EDT.
Sunshine
May through August, with an average of 11.4h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Balangnin.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Balangnin are January, March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm 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. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Balangnin, Haiti
- Average high temperature in August: 29.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and March (27.2°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Balangnin, Haiti
- Average pressure in August: 1014mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.2mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Balangnin, Haiti
- Average wind speed in August: 12.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (8.8km/h).
Average humidity in August
Balangnin, Haiti
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Balangnin, Haiti
- Average rainfall in August: 74mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (75mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (10mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Balangnin, Haiti
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Balangnin, Haiti
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are May, June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Balangnin, Haiti
- Average sunshine days in August: 10 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Balangnin, Haiti
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Balangnin, Haiti
- Average cloud cover in August: 20
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in August
Balangnin, Haiti
- 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).
