August weather forecastAcula, Mexico

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Acula, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 22.3°C (72.1°F) and 32.2°C (90°F).

Temperature

The initiation of August sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.2°C (90°F), showing minor variations from the previous month. Throughout the month of August, Acula reports a steady low-temperature average of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Stay wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Heatstroke can ensue from extended effort.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Acula, Mexico, in August, it is raining for 25.7 days, with typically 148mm (5.83") of accumulated precipitation. In Acula, during the entire year, the rain falls for 208.1 days and collects up to 905mm (35.63") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Acula, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 6:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.6h.

UV index

March through August, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in August leads to these recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.