August weather forecastMecayapan, Mexico

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Mecayapan, Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.1°C (88°F) and an average low of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Temperature

August's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.1°C (88°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Mecayapan's average low-temperature during August nights is observed to be a warm 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Mecayapan, Mexico, during August, the rain falls for 25.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 148mm (5.83") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 230.8 rainfall days, and 1036mm (40.79") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mecayapan, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of August, in Mecayapan, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 6:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.4h.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.